Kuwaiti media and actress Fatima Al-Tabbakh surprised her fans on social media with her appearance, after she lost a lot of weight through a gastric sleeve operation and a healthy diet.

Kuwaiti artist Fatima Al-Tabbakh published a video on her official account on “Tik Tok”, in which she explained that the operation was performed for her a year and a half ago, and she is committed to the diet that the doctor set for her, and that the operation was not the main way out for her and that the commitment was very important after the operation, according to What was monitored by the Sanad Unit for Verification and Monitoring in Al Jazeera Media Network.

What is the gastric sleeve process?

What are its benefits and drawbacks?

And how to maintain fitness after the procedure?

Before getting into the details, we have to emphasize that the information in this report is for guidance only, and is not a promotion or call for any weight loss surgical procedure, or for any physician.

Always consult your doctor about the appropriate treatment options for you if you are obese.

 What is gastric sleeve?

Sleeve gastrectomy - also known as a gastrectomy - is a surgical procedure in which part of the stomach is removed, so that a person cannot eat the same amount as before, so he feels full faster.

Sleeve gastrectomy is one of the weight-bearing surgeries, which are surgeries aimed at helping obese sufferers lose excess weight and reduce the risk of some diseases such as type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure.

Weight surgery is usually resorted to in certain cases, after a person has failed to lose weight through a healthy diet and exercise.

Through this procedure, weight is lost by restricting food intake.

With this procedure, which is usually performed laparoscopically, the surgeon removes approximately 75% of the stomach, according to the Columbia University Irving Medical Center website.

Sleeve gastrectomy results in the stomach taking the shape of a tube or "sleeve" that contains less food.

Although sleeve gastrectomy was originally designed as a first, two-stage procedure for obese or high-risk patients, it is now commonly and successfully used as an intended weight loss procedure in those with a BMI over 40.

Expected weight loss from gastric sleeve

Statistically, the percentage of weight that the sleeve gastrectomy helps to lose is about 60% of the excess weight;

Better results are obtained with good adherence to dietary and behavioral guidelines.

With smart food choices, regular exercise and good dietary habits, gastric sleeve patients will enjoy weight loss and weight maintenance.

With sleeve gastrectomy there is no foreign body implanted, as with the adjustable gastric band, and there is no complicated bowel rearrangement, as with gastric bypass.

Most patients find that after they recover from the procedure, they can comfortably eat a variety of foods, including meats and fibrous vegetables.

Unlike an adjustable gastric band and a metal track, the sleeve gastrectomy is a permanent procedure, which cannot be reversed.

Removing part of the stomach reduces the level of a hormone called ghrelin in the body, which is commonly referred to as the "hunger hormone", and thus many people find that they are less hungry after gastric sleeve surgery.

Ghrelin also plays a role in blood sugar metabolism, so people with type 2 diabetes often see an immediate reduction in their need for diabetes medications (particularly oral medications) after gastric sleeve surgery.

Gastric sleeve benefits

  • Sleeve gastrectomy results in rapid and effective weight loss compared to gastric bypass surgery.

    Patients can expect to lose 50% or more of their excess weight within 3 years.

  • The procedure does not require a ligament implant, and does not alter the course of the digestive process.

  • Post-operative hormonal changes help patients feel energetic, eat less, and improve or treat diabetes.

Kuwaiti artist Fatima Al-Tabbakh published a video on her official account on "Tik Tok", in which she explained that the operation was carried out for her a year and a half ago, and she is committed to the diet that the doctor set for her (communication sites)

Gastric Sleeve Disadvantages

  • Like other surgeries, sleeve gastrectomy is not reversible.

  • The rate of early surgical complications is comparable to that of a traditional gastric bypass.

  • Patients are at risk for long-term nutrient deficiencies.

What is the difference between gastric sleeve and gastric sleeve?

Sleeve gastrectomy is the scientific name for the operation, while gastric sleeve is a general term for any surgery in which parts of the stomach are cut, whether to lose weight or treat a disease such as cancer.

What is the laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy?

According to the Mayo Clinic, the sleeve gastrectomy procedure is usually performed using an endoscope that involves inserting tiny instruments through multiple small incisions in the upper abdomen.


What other weight loss surgeries are used to reduce weight?

  • Gastric band:

    A band is placed around the stomach, which makes a person feel full after eating less food.

    The belt contains an inflatable balloon, and it is placed around the upper part of the stomach, creating a small pocket in the stomach above the belt with a narrow opening that reaches the rest of the stomach, and the balloon is inflated or deflated to adjust the size of the belt.

  • Gastric bypass:

    The upper part of the stomach is connected to the small intestine, and this leads to a reduction in the volume available for eating and makes the person feel full faster, and also leads to reduced absorption of calories.

When are weight surgeries performed?

Weight surgeries are performed in the following cases:

  • Have a BMI of 40 or more.

  • Have a BMI of 35-40, and the person has a disease that can be improved by losing weight, such as type 2 diabetes or high blood pressure.

  • The person has tried other healthy weight loss methods, such as dieting and exercise, but without significant results.


Complications of weight surgery

Weight surgery has potential complications, such as:

  • The occurrence of folds in the skin as a result of rapid weight loss.

  • A person does not get the vitamins and minerals they need through the diet, so they may need to take nutritional supplements for the rest of their life.

  • Gallstones formation in the gallbladder.

  • A clot in the leg or lung.

  • The gastric band has moved out of place, food has leaked between the stomach and small intestine, or the digestive tract is blocked or narrowed.

  • Return of the lost weight as a result of the person's non-compliance with medical recommendations and advice.

Before having surgery, talk to your surgeon and discuss the potential benefits and risks

Weight surgery is not alone a treatment for obesity, and a person must commit to making permanent lifestyle changes after surgery to avoid regaining lost weight, and this includes:

  • Eat a healthy diet.

  • Avoid a lot of sugary drinks and energy-rich foods such as sweets.

  • Playing sports.