gastroplasty
Pronunciation: GAS-tro-plas-tee
Surgical reshaping or reconstruction of the stomach, typically to reduce its capacity for weight loss purposes.
Full Definition
Gastroplasty refers to any surgical procedure that involves reshaping or reconstructing the stomach. In bariatric surgery, gastroplasty procedures are designed to reduce stomach capacity and create restriction to food intake. The term encompasses various techniques including vertical banded gastroplasty and endoscopic gastroplasty methods. While some gastroplasty procedures have fallen out of favor due to complications or inferior long-term results, the term remains important in surgical documentation and patient history reviews.
Usage
Usage note: Distinguish from gastrectomy (removal) and gastrostomy (opening creation).
In Context
- "The patient's previous vertical banded gastroplasty had failed, necessitating conversion to a gastric bypass." — surgical consultation note
- "Endoscopic gastroplasty represents a less invasive alternative to traditional bariatric procedures." — medical journal article