Sleeve gastrectomy is one of the surgical procedures that take place at the Specialty Hospital for weight-loss in which the stomach is reduced to about 15% of its original size, done under the careof our competent surgeons. By the surgical removal of a large portion of the stomach along the greater curvature. This results in a formation of a sleeve or tube like structure(in the size and shape of a banana). The procedure permanently reduces the size of the stomach, although there could be some dilatation of the stomach later on in life. The procedure isperformed laparoscopically and is irreversible. Today sleeve gastrectomy is the fastest-growing weight loss surgery option worldwide.
Procedure: Sleeve gastrectomy is a restrictive surgical procedure as it restricts the amount of food that the stomach can hold.
To gain access to the abdominal cavity, the surgeon in the Specialty Hospital makes small incisions in the abdomen through which surgical instruments are inserted through ports, which are placed into the incisions. A video camera called a laparoscope provides a view of the abdomen during the procedure.
Indications of sleeve gastrectomy
Sleeve gastrectomy may be considered when BMI (calculated as weight in kilograms divided by height in meters squared) is greater than 40 or if BMI is greater than 35 and a patient has 1 or more weight-related medical conditions, and if dietary, lifestyle, and other treatments have been ineffective. Before surgery, patients usually undergo several months of evaluations and education by our medical care team to ensure that surgery is appropriate for them.
What to expect after surgery:
Most patients are in the hospital for 1 to 2 days and can resume their usual physical activities within 4 to 6 weeks after surgery. Medications are given for pain and nausea. Opioid pain medications are usually needed only for a short period following surgery, if at all. Most patients also receive medication to prevent blood clots. Walking helps to prevent blood clots, and after having this surgery, you will be encouraged to get out of bed as soon as possible by our health care staff. Physical activity is important after surgery to maximize weight loss and prevent weight regain. The diet immediately after the operation starts with small volumes of liquid that are gradually advanced to well-chewed solid food over several weeks. The health care team will help plan a balanced intake of protein and other nutrients. To reduce the risk of bone density loss and nutritional deficiencies, the health care team will discuss vitamin supplements and monitoring as part of regular follow-up visits and health maintenance.
HOW MUCH WEIGHT WILL PATIENTS LOSE?
The amount of weight patients will lose depend on a number of factors. These factors include, diet, exercise, lifestyle, and the overall commitment to changing old habits. The size of the new sleeve can make a difference in overall weight loss.
Assuming the patient does everything right.By changingthe diet and creating new healthy habits with exercising on a regular basis. On average people lose 60%-70% of their excess weight with gastric sleeve surgery.
Dr. Gabriella Vicuna - USA
Medical Tourism Association
It was our greatest pleasure and honor to visit you during the MTA FAM tour. We are extremely impressed with the great quality, technology and talented physicians we found at Specialty Hospital. From the moment you walk through the doors of Specialty Hospital, one feels warmth and hospitality of this great facility
Mike Williams - Louisiana
Patient
I would like to say a big thank you to all the staff at Specialty Hospital. The care I received here was great and I highly recommend it to everyone.
Noura Al Shaaban - Saudi Arabia
Member of the Saudi Shura Council
Through my tour at the hospital I was very pleased with the professional touch in dealing with patients from all countries, and I was impressed by the presence of the advanced equipment in all medical specialties, excellence in dealing with visitors and the quick procedures. Your most important feature is the presence of the best specialized consultants that made me feel comfort and reassured that the citizens of Saudi are receiving good care here
Andera Reichlin - Switzerland
Ambassador
I would like to express the gratitude of the Swiss Embassy in Jordan for all what the Specialty Hospital, doctors, health and administrative personnel have done for the two injured patients.
Dr. Nabil Al–Sharif
Former Minister of Media & Communication in Jordan
Without exaggeration, I say that this medical institute provides great services around the clock to the citizens of Jordan, Arab patients and Jordan's visitors. The Specialty Hospital name in people's minds is connected to care and trust, which is a pride for our country and our medical institutes.
Tukunobu kita - Japan
Kyushu University
We visited this hospital as field research on medical tourism. The doctors kindly introduced the facilities and explained to us everything. We learned that Specialty Hospital has well-trained staff and good equipment as well as sophisticated systems. It has strong appeal for overseas patients
HRH Princess Muna Al-Hussain
Jordan
I am pleased to express my deep appreciation and admiration for the level of achievements you have reached in the medical field for our dear country. wish you success and good luck under the Patronage of His Majesty King Abdullah II Ibn Al Hussein
Dr. Mandy - USA
Medical Provider
Your emergency department was fantastic. In 30 years of practicing medicine in the United States I have never been able to get X-rays, an ultrasound and an MRI done on one of my patients in less than 4 hours. Your hospital's efficiency and timeliness and exemplary and set the standard.Our patient went to the operating theater and had his injury successfully repaired. He is doing well thanks to the great care he received at Specialty Hospital.
Her Majesty Rania Al-Abdullah
Jordan
I would like to highly express my admiration for your distinguished efforts that contributes to the development of the medical sector and to our county. I am pleased to express to all the staff at this outstanding medical institute, my great satisfaction and joy of the superior level the hospital achieved. I applaud for these great efforts and I support you to proceed for further achievements
Fatima Khaled Al Bashir - Sudan
The Wife and first cousin of Sudanese president
Thank you very much Specialty Hospital for the warm welcoming and the good treatment we found, and we noticed the good reputation of the hospital's staff from administrative to doctors and we ask God to bless them
LT. Chire Reilly - USA
White House Medical Unit
Thank you for your welcoming hospitality and for showing us your beautiful hospital, we look forward to working with you now and in the future
Abdullah bin Hamad bin Abdullah Al-Dhafri - Sultanate of Oman
Diwan of the Royal Court - Sultanate of Oman
I was very pleased with my visit to this hospital and its services to the patients. I was very surprised by the modern medical equipment’s and departments that I see for the first time. The management and the medical staff made me very ashamed of the spaciousness and hospitality that we received.
Dr. Mustafa Othman Ismail
Former Sudanese Presidential Adviser, Former Minister of Foreign Affairs
We have found great welcoming from the doctors and nurses at the hospital, their treatment was distinguished, thanks to the Specialty Hospital family for their great interest and we witness excellence in everything from medicine to equipment and treatment
HRH Prince Ghazi Bin Mohammed bin Talal
Jordan
It is my pleasure to register my pride and appreciation to the employees of this outstanding medical facility for the management, doctors, nurses and for what we have seen from the warm hospitality, honor and care of the great profession ... I wish you success and good luck in serving mankind in our beloved Jordan under the Patronage of His Majesty King Abdullah II Ibn Al Hussein
Dr. Anna - Netherlands
Medical Provider
Thank you so much for all the support, help and cooperation in the last few months. Thank you for all the care for our patients and for helping me doing my job over here in Jordan
