Introduction: Are you considering weight-loss surgery? If so, there are a few different options available to you. Two common surgeries are gastric sleeve and gastric bypass. It’s important to understand the differences between these two procedures before deciding which is right for you. Let’s take a closer look at the specifics of each type of surgery and what they can do for you. Gastric sleeve Surgery Gastric sleeve surgery is also known as vertical sleeve gastrectomy or VSG. During this procedure, a surgeon removes approximately 75% of your stomach and creates a narrow tube resembling a banana shape in its place. This reduces the size of your stomach significantly, meaning…