**5. Conclusion**

Since its evolution from the initial step of a staged procedure to a stand-alone procedure, LSG has emerged as the most commonly performed bariatric operation *Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy: Outcomes, Safety and Complications DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.5772/intechopen.94534*

worldwide. This is due to its technical ease, coupled with decreased surgical complications in comparison with other more complex surgical procedures. It has proven to be safe and effective in achieving weight loss and addressing the metabolic derangements associated with obesity. In addition, long term outcomes have demonstrated that the durability of LSG is comparable with that of other bariatric procedures.
