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Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass Surgery in the Dubai

Sustainable Weight Loss

You can expect to lose around up to 70% of your excess weight in the first two years after your gastric sleeve operation.

Improve Health Conditions

You can expect improvements in any weight-related conditions that you might have, such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease, osteoarthritis, obstructive sleep apnoea, high blood pressure, and polycystic ovaries. Speak to our team to learn more.

Increased Mobility

Patients find they are able to do more physical activity, which, when paired with lifestyle and diet changes, can lead to an increase in energy, fitness, strength, stamina, bone density, and more.

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Sustainable Weight Loss

You can expect to lose around up to 70% of your excess weight in the first two years after your gastric sleeve operation.

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Length of Stay

Patients usually only need one night in the hospital before continuing their gastric sleeve recovery at home. In some circumstances this may extend to two or three.

1-2 Weeks

Time Off

Depending on what you do for work, 1 – 2 weeks off is usually required. Full recovery will take place between 6 and 8 weeks.

Gastric Bypass Surgery with Allure

Unlike a laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy, a Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgery works by creating a new structure out of the existing stomach, to create what’s commonly called a stomach pouch. Instead of removing a part of the stomach, it bypasses a portion of it, reducing the amount of food you can eat at any one time.

The gastric bypass is a permanent, major surgery that helps you lose weight when diet and exercise haven’t worked and your health is at risk of morbid obesity. As such, anyone interested should take their time to carefully consider all their options. Our team takes care to provide you with all the necessary information to make a measured and informed decision. If you need more help and guidance or would like to begin your weight loss journey with us, you should speak to one of our patient advisors today.

As medical weight loss specialists, you can trust in our dedication to high quality patient care throughout. All Allure Weightloss Patients are privy to specialist aftercare, including dietitians and nurses to ensure that after your surgical procedure, you are cared for and able to maintain a healthy weight.

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Gastric Bypass

You Can Expect

Excess Weight Loss
up to 0 %
Surgery Time
2- 3 hrs
In Clinic
1 - 2 Nights
Recovery Time
6 - 7 Weeks
Time off Work
2 - 3 Weeks

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What Can Allure Patients Expect?

We offer a comprehensive weight loss surgery package that ensures you’re well taken care of from start to finish. We work with you before your laparoscopic gastric bypass surgery to make sure you’re able to have the operation and that you have all of the necessary information to make an educated decision. After your surgical treatment has been completed, we provide a tailored aftercare package that includes care from a dietetic and nursing team.

Pre-Op

You will be assessed to determine if you are eligible for the operation, which may include blood tests, x-rays, and scans, depending on your medical history. Our consultant surgeon will give you an in-depth explanation of the surgery and the long-term outlook.

Before the gastric bypass surgery, you must avoid eating for several hours, but can continue to drink clear liquids until two hours before the surgery. You may need to stop medication in preparation for your weight loss surgery, but our consultant will advise you of this. You may also need to lose weight or follow the liver shrinkage diet in order to make room to access the stomach more easily during the surgery.

During Your Surgery

The gastric bypass is carried out under general anaesthetic. Typically, we will perform a laparoscopic gastric bypass surgery, but this isn’t suitable for everyone. Laparoscopic procedures happen through a small keyhole and are therefore not as invasive as typical open bariatric surgery.

During the operation, your consultant surgeon will make small incisions in your abdomen to pass through a tiny camera and instruments. They will then inflate your abdomen with carbon dioxide gas. Next, they will use surgical staples to make a stomach pouch, about the size of a walnut, and trim your small intestine, attaching the lower part of it directly to your new pouch.

The remainder of the stomach and upper small intestine are then joined to the lower part so that digestive enzymes from your stomach can drain out. Your surgeon will then close the incisions and suture to ensure that they heal well.

Illustration showing how the stomach works before and after a gastric bypass

After Surgery Recovery

For the first two weeks after your bariatric surgery, you will need to wear compression stockings to prevent blood clots. In order to keep the dressings clean and dry, it’s necessary to not take a bath for one week, however showers are allowed.

After six weeks you should be back to normal activities. You will follow a controlled diet given by your nutritionist. The rapid weight loss will likely mean you experience several symptoms: aches, tiredness, dry skin, feeling cold, thinning hair, and fluctuations in mood. After three to six months, you should be experiencing less of these symptoms.

You should keep active after your operation to reduce the risk of blood clots forming, however, you should try to avoid any abdominal or heavy exercises for at least six weeks.

Aftercare/Ongoing Treatment

Your recovery care will include pain relief, a review of your medications, a carefully established diet, and an exercise plan. You will also be provided discharge medication that may include vitamin and mineral supplements like: Vitamin D, Calcium, multivitamin A-Z with iron, Vitamin B12, and Lansoprazole.

You’ll need to attend follow up appointments for the rest of your life and will require regular blood tests for the first two years after bariatric surgery. After time, these will become annual checks to ensure the gastric bypass is working properly.

Lifestyle Changes

In order to have sustained weight loss, you will need to make long term lifestyle changes. Bariatric surgery does not change cravings or prevent you from eating unhealthy foods. Immediately after your surgery, our aftercare team will work with you to build a new diet in order to prevent weight regain.

As you begin losing weight, your body will require additional protein to maintain muscle mass and have a healthy metabolism, which will require you to increase the protein in your diet.

Avoid drinking at the same time as eating to prevent vomiting and dumping syndrome. This is an uncomfortable set of symptoms caused by the food in your stomach being too sugary, or quickly washed into the small intestine through the join. Ensure that you’re drinking plenty of water throughout the day to prevent constipation.

If you’re planning to travel by plane within a few months of surgery, you should speak to your doctor first. Some complications may occur, including deep vein thrombosis (DVT).

Dietitian explaining information to a client, fruit on table to show healthy choices

Potential Side Effects

After such severe weight loss, you may begin to have thinning hair or you lose it. This is a temporary side effect that is likely to improve in the first few months. In order to avoid having dry skin after your gastric bypass surgery, drink plenty of fluids, take vitamin and mineral supplements, and apply a good moisturiser. You may also find that you experience body aches, tiredness, flu-like symptoms, feeling cold, and fluctuations in your mood as the body adjusts to the rapid weight loss.

Our Specalist

Dr Balaji Nagammapudur

MBBS, MS, FRCS(G), FRCS(E), FRCS(IC-UGI), CCT(UK)

Dr Balaji is a British Board certified (Post CCT-UK) General, Laparoscopic, Upper GI and Bariatric surgeon with over 30 years of surgical experience.

He spent 2 years of clinical research in Los Angeles, USA at the University of Southern California and developed an interest in Oesophageal diseases and Foregut surgery. He then completed his CCT in the UK in General and Upper GI surgery and proceeded to working as a consultant in Upper GI and Bariatric surgery since 2006. After a short period as a consultant in India he returned to the UK and had been a consultant in the national Health Service (NHS) and has completed 10 years as a consultant in Upper GI and Bariatric surgery in the UK since 2014.

He has held leadership positions in the trust, regionally and nationally in the field of Upper GI and Bariatric surgery in the UK.

His passion includes management of complex oesophageal diseases, performing advanced open and minimally invasive oesophageal and hiatal surgery in addition to having expertise in performing primary and revisional bariatric (weight loss surgeries). He has served as a lead for one of the top 5 high volume bariatric surgery centres in the UK. He has academic and training interests and has contributed to several presentations and publications internationally.

He also performs all types of general and advanced laparoscopic surgery including trauma and emergency surgery.

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Clinics

Gastric Bypass Clinics

Our independently registered facilities were dutifully selected for their ability to meet our high standards and the needs of our gastric bypass patients.

Dubai

Hessa Street 331 West, Al Barsha 3, Exit – 36 Sheikh Zayed Rd – opposite of American School – Dubai – United Arab Emirates
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Gastric Bypass Eligibility Requirements:

  • BMI of 35.
  • Already attempted to lose weight via traditional methods, such as dieting and lifestyle changes.
  • Willing to have long-term follow-up appointments.
  • Willing to adopt a healthy diet and lifestyle.
  • Medically fit for surgery and anaesthesia.

Your consultant may recommend gastric sleeve surgery first.

Gastric bypass surgery is not recommended for children and young people.

You may be required to pass a psychological assessment first.

Potential alternatives to gastric bypass surgery include:

Calculate Your BMI

Gastric bypass surgery requires you to have a BMI of at least 40. If you have a BMI of 35 you may be eligible, depending on whether you have any co-existing medical conditions. You can use our Calculator in order to determine your BMI, or use the NHS BMI Calculator.

How is body mass index (BMI) measured? 

An individuals BMI is calculated by using the following formula:

BMI = Weight (kg) / Height (m)²

You must take your weight in kilograms, divide it by your height in meters, and then divide it a second time by your height in order to determine the correct body mass index.

Not sure you qualify?

If you still aren’t sure, a member of our team will be able to help. If you are certain you won’t qualify for gastric bypass surgery, you still may be eligible for other medical weight loss treatments.

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Start the process and book your private gastric bypass consultation today with Allure Weightloss. Simply speak to a member of our team to discuss the procedure and pathway in more depth. 

Gastric Sleeve FAQs

How do I qualify for gastric sleeve surgery?

You must have a BMI of at least 35 in most cases, however patients with comorbidities or from BAME backgrounds may qualify at a lower BMI. Additionally, you’ll need to be fit for surgery and general anaesthetic.

What can I eat after my gastric sleeve surgery?

You won’t be able to eat after your sleeve gastrectomy procedure until you’ve passed the normal swallowing test. After which, you’ll be allowed to eat some soft foods before working with our dieticians to create and maintain a healthy, balanced diet.

What is the average weight loss with a gastric sleeve?

On average, people lose 70% of their excess weight from gastric sleeve surgery in the first two years.

Can I lose more weight with a sleeve or bypass?

On average, peopAfter gastric sleeve surgery, your stomach will be reduced from 1500ml to 200ml. A gastric bypass procedure reduces the size of the stomach to 30ml. No matter which weight loss treatment you choose, the weight loss is ultimately up to how you change your lifestyle after surgery.le lose 70% of their excess weight from gastric sleeve surgery in the first two years.

Is a gastric sleeve permanent?

Gastric sleeve surgery is generally non-reversible. However, if you do not adopt a permanent, healthy lifestyle after the procedure, there is a risk of you reversing your weight loss.

What happens if I eat food too soon?

Eating solid foods too soon after your gastric sleeve surgery can create pressure on your stomach pouch and stretch it, this may lead to vomiting and discomfort. To avoid this, you should follow the advice that given to you by your dietitian.

Can I drink alcohol?

You can drink alcohol after your procedure but the rate at which it is absorbed may have changed. Remember, you will need to adopt a healthy lifestyle after your procedure to successfully lose weight, so keep this into consideration when drinking alcohol. We do not advise drinking alcohol.

Can I regain weight?

Yes, but if you follow the advice from your dietitian and continue to exercise and maintain a healthy lifestyle, then this should not happen.

How long will I be in hospital?

You may be in hospital for up to two nights following your surgery.

How much does a gastric sleeve cost?

 Speak to a patient advisor today to discuss gastric sleeve cost and receive your free quote.

Can I smoke?

Gastric sleeve patients must stop smoking 6 weeks before their surgery without fail.

Case Studies

Take a look at some of our incredible weightloss success stories

Marc lost an amazing 20kg

Marc was initially skeptical about short-term gastric balloons and concerned about the costs and risks. After thorough research, he chose Allure Weight Loss and embarked on a 12-month program. With the support of a dedicated team—including doctors, nurses, and nutritionists—Marc stayed committed to his journey. Despite challenges, his determination paid off, leading to a significant transformation. A year later, his heart attack risk dropped from 8/10 to 2/10, and friends barely recognized him. Marc’s story is a testament to the power of perseverance and the right support system.

Moataz lost 50kg!

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