Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty

Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty / EndoSleeve in Brisbane

Effectiveness of Endoscopic Gastroplasty Sleeve

Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty / EndoSleeve in Brisbane

Our Interventional Gastroenterologist, Dr Fazal is performing Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty(ESG) for patients in Brisbane/South East Queensland.

Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty (ESG) is a minimally invasive endoscopic procedure that involves remodelling of the stomach using an endoscopic device called Overstitch. The idea is to reduce gastric lumen to shape it into a tube/sleeve without need for surgery.

With the advancements in endoscopic techniques and devices, new weight loss modalities are becoming available to the Australians. ESG is one of such newer techniques. It has been practiced and researched thoroughly over the last 10 years in the USA, Brazil, Europe and India. Results are very encouraging.

Advantages of ESG

Done as a day procedure. (May require overnight stay for comfort)
Does not involve surgery hence no scar.
No tissue is resected, hence no permanent change in human anatomy.
Potentially reversible if required.
Promises 15-18 % total body weight loss e.g. 100kg person can lose 15-18kg
Does not preclude future Bariatric Surgery

Effectiveness of Endoscopic Gastroplasty Sleeve

Weight loss

You can expect a 15-18 % Total body weight loss at 12 months. For example, a person with a BMI of 40.4 [height 165cm, weight 110kg] can expect a 16.5 to 20 kg weight loss.
Five year follow up results are equally encouraging
Recently published international studies have shown ESG to be safe and effective for treatment of obesity, with durable long-term results for at least up to 5 years after the procedure

Improvement in co-morbidities:

Evidence shows that ESG leads to marked improvement and even complete resolution of

Hypertension
Type 2 Diabetes
Dyslipidemia

Complications of ESG

ESG is considered to be a very safe intervention.
It is common to experience nausea and mild abdominal discomfort for a few days after the procedure.
Significant surgical complications are quite rare.

Endoscopic Gastroplasty Sleeve Cost

Currently medicare and private health insurance do not cover the cost of the procedure. You can either self fund the procedure Or if eligible, can apply to access your Super to fund the procedure. Let our team know if you want assistance in applying for early release of Super.

The cost of the Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty can vary on a case to case basis depending on factors such as individuals needs or medical history, complications, age, and more. Please get in touch with our team on admin@gastroscope.clinic if you would like an estimate of the cost of the Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty

Check your Eligibility

Request an Appointment with Dr Fazal today to discuss your eligibility. You will need a referral letter from your GP