If you have tried every non-surgical, non-clinical method for weight loss but still haven’t lost any weight, then sleeve gastrectomy in Islamabad is the answer to all of your struggles. It is a life-changing procedure that helps with weight loss. It is a safe and medically proven procedure that is trusted by thousands of people in Pakistan.
Our expert bariatric surgeon, Dr. Naveed Azhar at Enfield Royal Clinic, Islamabad, is a top surgeon in Pakistan with extensive skills in weight loss surgeries. He has this patient-centric approach, which helps him achieve the best results from any treatment. He personalizes each treatment plan as per the respective patient’s needs and the results they desire.
Continue reading this page to learn further details.
What Is Sleeve Gastrectomy?
It is a type of bariatric surgery in which a part of your stomach is removed surgically, almost 75-80% after which a sleeve or banana-like stomach is left, which is why it is called sleeve gastrectomy.
This helps patients by limiting the space for food, and they feel full after a limited diet, which eventually reduces their calorie intake, and eventually they start feeling less hungry day by day because their body, mind, and hunger hormones get used to it.
How This Surgery Helps You Lose Weigh:
Sleeve gastrectomy aids in weight loss in several ways:
- Limit food consumption: Physically, you can’t consume as much food as you used to.
- Slows down the pace of hunger hormones: Ghrelin is the hunger hormone that slows down at a huge rate.
- Enhances numerous conditions of health: Stabilizes the level of blood sugar, blood pressure, and cholesterol.
- Increases activity and energy: You will become energetic and active when you have lost weight.
Most patients lose 60%–70% of their excess weight within 12–18 months post-surgery, many without gaining it back, provided they maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Is Sleeve Gastrectomy in Islamabad Right for You?
You may be an ideal candidate for sleeve surgery if:
- Your BMI is 35 or more, and you have problems with weight and health complications (diabetes, sleep apnea, high blood pressure, etc.).
- You have been experiencing obesity for many years, and other weight-loss techniques have failed.
- You agree to do permanent lifestyle changes (diet, exercise, follow-up).
- You do not suffer from major psychiatric or gastrointestinal disease, and it would not interfere with results.
At Enfield Royal Clinic, we take a comprehensive assessment before referring you for surgery, to ascertain it’s safe, worthwhile, and the most suitable course of action for you.
How the Procedure Works—Step-by-Step Overview:
Here’s what’s involved:
Pre-operative Assessment
Physical exams, blood tests, nutritional advice, and psychological assessment.
Anesthesia
You’ll be under general anesthesia during the procedure.
Surgical Process
- Laparoscopic surgery (minimally invasive)
- 4–5 small cuts in the abdomen
- Approximately 75–80% of the stomach is cut out
- The rest is stapled into a sleeve shape
Recovery
You can stay 2–3 days in the hospital. Recovery is usually smooth with mild to moderate pain.
Follow-up Care
Regular follow-ups to check weight loss, nutritional intake, and overall health.
Why People Choose Sleeve Surgery in Islamabad:
Sleeve Gastrectomy in Islamabad is the first preference for patients worldwide and in Pakistan due to many reasons:
- Least expensive compared to the West
- World-class bariatric experts and cutting-edge technology
- Shorter recovery time with minimally invasive procedures
- Full aftercare services
- English-speaking, internationally trained staff available
One-to-one consulting, full pre-surgical evaluation, follow-up after surgery, and counseling for long-term success at Enfield Royal Clinic Islamabad.
What Happens During the Sleeve Gastrectomy Surgery?
- Duration: 1 hour and a half
- It is done under general anaesthesia
- Minimal scarring is achieved by the use of a laparoscopic technique
- There was no intestinal re-routing, e.g., gastric bypass
- General surgery is permanent, although it is not as complicated as other bariatric procedures
- Within 24 hours, most patients can begin walking, and most are back to light activity within one week.
How Much Does Sleeve Gastrectomy Cost in Islamabad?
800,000 PKR is the starting price of sleeve gastrectomy in Islamabad, Pakistan. The final cost is determined in the initial consultation with your surgeon, in which several factors are discussed and your body is evaluated to get the best treatment, and other additional treatments or instructions for the best outcomes.
Factors Influencing the Cost:
- Surgeon’s expertise
- Hospital facility and stay
- Pre-operative testing
- Aftercare services
What to Expect After the Surgery?
- Stay in the Hospital:
2–3 days
- Progression of Diet:
- Week 1: Clear liquids
- Weeks 2–3: Pureed foods
- Week 4+: Soft, then normal foods (small amounts)
- Schedule of Weight Loss:
- The sudden loss of weight in the first 6 months
- Thereafter, slower and steadier advances
- Predicted overall loss: 60-70 per cent of overweight by 12 to 18 months
- Nutritional Guidelines:
- Protein-rich meals
- Vitamin/mineral supplements
- No gulping of high-calorie foods and carbonated drinks
- Follow-up Visits:
- Take regular checkups with your bariatric team
- Following the instructions given by a nutritionist or counselor.
- Life After Sleeve:
- Improved health in general, Better physical health
- Increased self-esteem
- Greater abilities in mobility and energy
- Potential resolution of diabetes, hypertension, and sleep apnea
Final Thoughts!
Sleeve Gastrectomy involves not only weight-loss surgery, but it also leads to a healthier, longer, and active life. And you so struggled with obesity, and you feel that nothing can be done about it, then this can be your life-changing opportunity.
In Enfield Royal Clinic Islamabad, surgery is not only an act, but rather the entire path, which we take with you with every step so far, which is through consultation and transformation. We have a highly skilled bariatric team that guarantees your weight loss is safe, efficient, and permanent with the care and attention that you need.
Book a consultation today at Enfield Royal Clinic Islamabad and take your first confident step toward a healthier, happier you with Sleeve Gastrectomy.
Your First Step: How to Book an Appointment!
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Questions People Often Ask About Sleeve Surgery:
Will I have to diet throughout my life?
Provided that yes, you will have to adjust to a healthy, portion-regulated diet and stay away from high-calorie, low-nutrition foodstuffs.
Can I conceive following Smith's surgery?
Sure, although waiting for about 12-18 months after the surgery is advised before pregnancy.
When can I resume working?
It takes about 1-2 weeks before most of the patients get back to work, depending on the type of work.
Does it come with some risks?
Similar to any operation, there is a risk, like infection, blood leakage, or bleeding. However, complications are infrequent when provided with skilled surgeons and follow-up treatment.
Do I have to do plastic surgery once I lose weight?
Body contouring surgery in patients is also a personal choice to remove any excess skin.
What will occur when I gain weight?
Weight regain is avoidable with appropriate follow-ups and good guidance. But the most important thing is lifestyle commitment.
