Gastric bypass in Egypt

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What
is gastric bypass ?

Gastric bypass performed in Egypt is a weight loss surgery that aims at reducing the size of the stomach and bypassing part of the intestines in order to reduce the amount of food and calories absorbed by the patient.
It consists in a short circuit that is made to carry food directly to the middle part of the small intestine.
Gastric bypass is one of the most popular types of bariatric surgery that is performed when diet and physical activities do not work and when the patient suffers from health problems related to his obesity.

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How much does a gastric bypass cost in Egypt ?

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Who is
the good candidate for this bariatric surgery ?

Gastric bypass is eligible for patients who :

  • have a BMI that exceeds 40
  • have tried to lose weight through physical activities and diet but it did not work
  • have health problems related to obesity such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, sleep apnea, respiratory problems…
  • are determined to adopt a healthy lifestyle after the operation (healthy food and physical activities)
  • are willing to have a long term follow up and follow the surgeon’s instructions for a successful intervention

How
you prepare ?

Before undergoing a gastric bypass in Egypt, the patient must consult his surgeon to discuss with him about the procedure : its results, risks, recovery, whether he is eligible for it or not…
The surgeon analyses the patient's request and the effect of the operation. Then, a medical check-up must be carried out which involves several analyses and medical check-ups :

  • The opinion of an endocrinologist, a nutritionist or a diabetologist is necessary.
  • The opinion of your doctor is also important to detect the patient's pathological history.
  • The opinion of a cardiologist, a phlebologist and a respirologist to determine whether or not there is a risk of pulmonary embolism or phlebitis after the operation.
  • An abdomino-pelvic ultrasound.
  • A gastroscopy to make sure that there is no pathology in the stomach.
  • The opinion of a psychologist so that the patient can tolerate certain postoperative steps.

The patient must also do blood tests before the intervention.

During the procedure

Gastric bypass is realized under general anaesthesia, you will be asleep during all the intervention which lasts approximately three hours.
This intervention can be performed in two ways :

Open surgery

The surgeon makes a large sugical cut to open your belly and gastric bypass will be realized by working on the stomach, small intestine…

Laparoscopy (the use of a camera)

The surgeon makes 4 to 6 small cuts in your belly through which the scope and instruments will be inserted, the camera is connected to a video monitor to allow the surgeon to view inside your belly during the intervention.
It consists in creating a new abdominal pouch by stapling the upper part of the stomach and making the rest non-functional.
The preserved part of the stomach which is necessary will be attached to the middle part of the intestine where the food will pass. The food will no longer pass through the stomach.

Gastric bypass : Aftercare and recovery

After gastric bypass which is realized in Egypt, the surgeon will prescribe you painkillers tu reduce the pain.
You will be able to resume your professional activities after one month.
In addition, a special diet is indicated after the surgery :
For the first month, the diet should be liquid and in small sips without falling into excess food intake.
During the first two weeks of the second month, the diet becomes pasty and concerning the consumption of water, it must be limited between meals and must not exceed 1.5L / day.
Then, during the last two weeks of the same month, the patient will opt for minced food in small quantities.
Finally, from the third month, the consumption will be more solid and varied while avoiding fatty and sweet foods.
It should be noted that taking your time and good chewing during meals is important.
The patient must have regular follow-ups with the surgeon, the psychologist and the nutritionist to ensure the effectiveness of the operation.
It is also important to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

Gastric bypass : Results

Thanks to gastric bypass performed in Egypt, you will be able to lose about 70 % of your excess weight over three years.
Moreover, this intervention will resolve your health conditions related to obesity such as type 2 diabetes, sleep apnea…, but, for this, you must always follow your surgeon’s recommendations and maintain a healthy lifestyle.
In addition, the patient will regain self confidence and feel more comfortable.