Structural Reshaping: Laparoscopic Gastric Plication What is Gastric Plication? Laparoscopic Gastric Plication (LGP) is a restrictive weight-loss procedure that reduces the volume of the stomach by folding the stomach wall in on itself. Using minimally invasive "keyhole" techniques, the surgeon creates one or more large folds in the stomach’s outer curvature and secures them with non-absorbable sutures. Unlike the Gastric Sleeve, this procedure is non-resectional, meaning no part of the stomach is cut or removed from the body. Unlike the Gastric Bypass, the intestines remain untouched. The result is a narrow, sleeve-like tube that significantly limits food capacity and promotes early satiety (fullness) while keeping the natural digestive lining fully intact. Why is this Procedure Personally Vital for You? Gastric Plication is an ideal "middle-ground" intervention for those who want the restriction of a sleeve without the permanence of stapling. This pathway is personally vital for you if: You Prefer a Non-Resectional Approach: Since no stomach tissue is removed, the procedure is potentially reversible and preserves the body’s natural hormonal and nutrient-absorption pathways. You Seek High-Impact Weight Loss: Patients can expect to lose approximately 40-60% of their excess weight, providing a significant boost toward reaching a healthy BMI. Reduction of Surgical Risk: By avoiding the use of surgical staples or intestinal connections, the risk of long-term complications like "staple-line leaks" or "marginal ulcers" is virtually eliminated. Improved Metabolic Health: By restricting calorie intake, this procedure helps stabilize blood sugar levels and reduce the systemic strain caused by obesity-related hypertension and sleep apnea. The Path to Metabolic Stability and Recovery The goal of the Gastric Plication pathway is to physically limit gastric capacity while ensuring your internal anatomy is perfectly stabilized. This pathway is designed to: Provide Precision Laparoscopic Folding: Our surgeons use high-strength suturing to ensure the "plications" are uniform and secure, creating a smooth, efficient passage for food. Ensure Clinical Readiness through Rigorous Screening: To ensure your stomach tissue is healthy and your body can tolerate the procedure, we require a full medical history, diagnostic X-rays (specifically a chest X-ray for surgical clearance and an upper GI contrast study), and comprehensive blood tests (including liver function, full blood count, and metabolic panels). A Focused Recovery and Stabilization Window: Because the stomach is folded rather than cut, it undergoes a period of significant internal swelling as it adapts to its new shape. We focus on a 2–3 week recovery and stabilization period. This window is essential for the sutures to settle, for the initial nausea and swelling to subside, and for you to successfully complete the mandatory liquid-to-pureed diet transition before our medical board clears you for solid foods. All details are subject to doctor evaluation for the final treatment plan.