Sleeve Gastrectomy Versus Medical Management for Remission of Diabetes in Mild to Moderately Obese Patients

Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy, also known as vertical sleeve gastrectomy, sleeve gastroplasty, or sleeve gastrectomy, will be performed over a 32 to 40 French sizing bougie.

Intensive medical therapy for Diabetes mellitus, Type 2, will include weight management counseling, exercise, glucose control, and healthy dietary choices.