Laparoscopic Gastric Plication Versus Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy

Background : Since 2006 laparoscopic gastric plication technique has been evaluated to eliminate AGB and VSG associated complications, by restriction without gastric stapling resection and without an implant used. The aim of this study is to compare the effectiveness of LSG and LGCP in short term weight loss. Material and Methods: The study included 12 patients who underwent LSG and 12 patients who underwent LGCP and compared for excess weight loss within 4 months followup in Fayoum and Mansoura University Hospitals from July 2009 to July 2011. Results: There were no conversions in both procedures; mean operative time in LSG was 102.7 ± 15.4, in LGCP was 62.5± 11.2, post–operative complications 1% in LSG, 3% in LGCP in the form of nausea, vomiting which were treated conservatively. Mean hospital stay was 13.3 ± 1.4 in LSG and 7.2±2.5 in LGCP, loss of weight post LSG was 20.8 ±0.6%, 30.23±4.5% post LGCP. Conclusion: LGCP seems safe simple method in short term weight loss with lower cost for patients and least hospital stay.