SADI / SIPS

This procedure has two commonly used and interchangeable names. One name is SADI which stands for Single Anastomosis Duodeno-Ileo Bypass. The second name is SIPS which stands for Stomach Intestinal Pylorus Sparing Surgery.

SADI/SIPS Interchangeable Names

This procedure was first described in 2007 with the goal of combining two effective mechanisms of weight loss, restriction and malabsorption while eliminating the undesirable aspects of the gastric bypass and traditional duodenal switch.

What is SADI / SIPS?

A simple way of understanding the SADI is that it is a modified version of the Duodenal switch, that eliminates the need for a second anastomosis (intestinal connection).

When performed as a primary operation, weight loss is approximately 70-75% of excess body weight. This is higher than either the Sleeve Gastrectomy or Gastric Bypass.

In the United States, each year since 2015 this procedure has become more commonly performed and mainstream.

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What about long-term? Typically, patients who stop weight-loss medication regain 100% of their lost weight, while weight-loss procedure patients gain back less than 20% after 5 years.

The operation consists of two components

1. A Sleeve Gastrectomy

Removal of most of the lateral portion of the stomach, leaving a tube-shaped stomach or “sleeve.”

2. Duodeno-lleo Connection

The first portion of the small bowel (duodenum) is divided and reconnected approximately halfway down the length of the intestine.

How it Works

The first portion of the surgery, the sleeve gastrectomy, results in restricting the volume of food that can be taken at one time. This also leads to a significant reduction in appetite due to the loss of the portion of the stomach that secretes the hormone Ghrelin. Ghrelin is a powerful appetite stimulator; therefore, hunger levels decrease dramatically when it is no longer produced.

The second portion of the operation, the duodeno-ileo connection, limits the body’s ability to absorb all the calories that are ingested. This typically results in the average patient absorbing only 55-70% of the calories taken in each day.

Advantages

Greater average weight loss that either the Sleeve Gastrectomy or Gastric Bypass

Less “Dumping Syndrome” than with the Gastric Bypass

Significantly reduced risk of internal hernia and anastomotic ulceration when compared to the Gastric Bypass or Duodenal Switch

Very effective as a “Second Stage” operation for patients who have already had a Sleeve Gastrectomy and desire additional weight loss

Disadvantages

This operation causes malabsorption not only of calories but all the ingested contents, including protein, vitamins and nutrients. Therefore, it is very important that patients are compliant with taking the recommended vitamins and minerals.

Increased frequency of bowel movements. Most patients will experience an average of two to three times as many bowel movements daily as they normally have preoperatively.

Given that the procedure is relatively new (less than 10 years), there is limited long term data.

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Is the SADI / SIPS better than a Duodenal Switch

How much weight can I expect to lose with a SADI / SIPS?

Is the SADI / SIPS better than a Duodenal Switch

Although the two procedures are very similar, SADI is somewhat less invasive. This is because there is one intestinal reconnection rather than two as with a Duodenal Switch. This results in a much lower risk of internal hernia but unfortunately, because the procedure is new there is no long term data (>10 years) available at this time for effective comparison. Talk to your surgeon about the two options and he/she can guide you in making this choice.

How much weight can I expect to lose with a SADI / SIPS?

As a primary operation the average weight loss is 70-75% of excess weight.

As a “second stage” operation after a sleeve, the average weight loss is 45-50% of excess weight.

I went in for surgery. An hour later, I came out a new man.

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Everybody treated me like a king. The day of surgery, I was excited. The hospital couldn’t be any nicer. I went in for surgery. An hour later, I came out a new man. My recovery was awesome. I was out of bed that day. My wife and kids were my motivation on getting this surgery. They are my whole life. I’m happy I’m going to be around for them.

I hit my goal weight ... and I feel fabulous

5.0

I had the gastric bypass. I am Type 2 Diabetic and I wanted to gain control of my sugar. I hit my goal weight in about 5 and half months and I feel fabulous. The procedure has completely changed my life for the better because it has empowered me as a middle aged woman that I can really do everything and anything that I want to do. I don't put an age on anything. I don't say I'm too old for something.

I was tired of the way I looked. I was tired of the way I felt.

5.0

I knew if I didn't change something soon, I was going to be in a lot of trouble. The consultation process was a lot easier than I expected. I was met with open arms. I was treated like I was the only patient here. Not only did they answer all of my questions, they had questions for me to make sure I was the right candidate for the surgery. After surgery and that weight started dropping off, my life started changing for the better.

I feel like a completely different person.

5.0

I had the gastric sleeve procedure. The driving factor behind me getting this procedure was my health. I didn't feel good physically or mentally. I had joint pains, even standing was difficult sometimes. Emotionally, this surgery completely turned my life around. I have so much more confidence. So much more happiness. I feel like a completely different person. I feel stronger. I feel able to accomplish more.

It saved my life.

5.0

The driving factor behind me getting my procedure was that I couldn't get up off the floor with my granddaughter. That was my why. That was my big reason for having this surgery done. After surgery, it was a little bit of a struggle with what to eat. What you put in your mouth that you don't even think about. You don't think about what you're eating or how you're eating and portion size. It's what I do now every single day. The procedure has changed my life in so many ways. It saved my life.

I am totally comfortable in my own skin.

5.0

I think I always grew up identifying myself as less than other people because I was fat. I decided to tackle that and just live my life. I had a sleeve gastrectomy. It changed how I view myself. How I communicate with people. I'm able to be much more of myself and live the life I always thought I should have been living. I am totally comfortable in my own skin. You have the tools you need to succeed here.

I have a brand new life. I can do things I couldn't do before.

5.0

I had a vertical sleeve gastrectomy because I had just become diabetic, and I had hypertension for many years. I lost a total of 157 pounds in 11 months. I have a brand new life. I can do things I couldn't do before. Everyone at New York Bariatric Group has been wonderful. They are kind. They are understanding. They make you feel comfortable. They will guide you every step of the way on your journey so that you can be successful.

SADI / SIPS

SADI/SIPS Interchangeable Names

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The operation consists of two components

1. A Sleeve Gastrectomy

2. Duodeno-lleo Connection

How it Works

Advantages

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Is the SADI / SIPS better than a Duodenal Switch

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I went in for surgery. An hour later, I came out a new man.

5.0

I hit my goal weight ... and I feel fabulous

5.0

I was tired of the way I looked. I was tired of the way I felt.

5.0

I feel like a completely different person.

5.0

It saved my life.

5.0

I am totally comfortable in my own skin.

5.0

I have a brand new life. I can do things I couldn't do before.

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