Bikini Line Gastric Sleeve is a procedure that aims to get rid of excess weight, but it differs from traditional gastric sleeve surgery in leaving fewer scars after the operation, so some call it a cosmetic sleeve gastrectomy. It depends on reducing the size of the stomach and gagging it through 4 small incisions in the abdominal wall, 3 of which are in the non-visible bikini area, and the last incision is in the navel.

The surgery is performed by single-use surgical tools, which Dr. Ahmed Hatem, consultant of bariatric and laparoscopic surgeries, is keen to provide, to ensure the highest safety standards followed globally, for patient protection against exposure to infectious diseases such as AIDS or hepatitis. This infection may occur as a result of using surgical instruments after another patient, which may occur with other surgeons, who are less concerned with the health and safety of their patients.

During the procedure, about 80 percent of the stomach is removed, forming a narrow stomach, with the shape and size of a banana. Once the stomach has been reduced in size, food intake is limited. In addition, this procedure reduces the secretion of the hunger hormone, and thus the sensation of hunger decreases. Bikini line sleeve gastrectomy helps to lose weight and relieve or eliminate obesity-related diseases, such as hypertension, heart disease, sleep disorders, type 2 diabetes, arthritis, etc.

The surgery lasts 90 minutes, and the patient does not need to stay in the hospital for more than 24 hours, where he can go home once the vital signs are checked, and his condition is stabilized. Dr. Ahmed Hatem informs him about all the instructions and advice he needs to follow until his first consultation after the surgery.

Bikini Line Sleeve gastrectomy can be performed on patients with a body mass index (BMI) 35 or more, who have not been able to lose weight sufficiently by following strict diets or engaging in physical activity.

The patient may also be eligible for Bikini Line Sleeve gastrectomy if his body mass index is 30 to 35 and he has an obesity-related disease such as type 2 diabetes, hypertension, sleep apnea, hypercholesterolemia, or suffers from joint, knees and spine pain as a result of the excessive pressure.

The Bikini Line Gastric Sleeve offers the perfect solution for obese patients, especially for women and girls, who do not want to reveal that they have performed a bariatric surgery, but rather want to keep this procedure a secret.

- Although the stomach size is reduced, it functions normally and most foods are eaten, but only in small amounts.

- In contrast to gastric bypass, the digestive system is kept intact.

- The Bikini Line Gastric Sleeve is the most attractive choice for patients who are interested in the beauty of their bodies, as the bikini area is not visible and does not represent any burden on the patient when choosing his clothes.

- Bikini Line Gastric Sleeve is characterized by less pain due to the location of surgical openings at the bikini line.

- Bikini Line Gastric Sleeve surgery requires a short recovery period due to the speed of recovery after surgery.

- Bikini line Sleeve gastrectomy is the ideal surgery for those who refuse to have scars after the operation due to the small size of the scars, which does not exceed 1.5 cm.

The Bikini Line Gastric Sleeve decreases excess weight by reducing the intake of large quantities of food, and its significant effect on the hunger hormone; which leads to noticeable weight loss in a short time. On average,  you can lose 60 % of excess weight within the first year.

- Vitamins and nutritional supplements, described by Dr. Ahmed Hatem during the post-operative follow-up, are important. These supplements compensate for the small-sized meals. Therefore they protect the body from long-term vitamins and minerals deficiencies, especially vitamin B12 and iron, calcium, and folic acid.

- The removed part of the stomach cannot be returned because it is completely separated and taken out of the body.

- Unlike gastric bypass, after a bikini line gastrectomy, food does not bypass part of the digestive system, and the body is still exposed to foods rich in carbohydrates and fats, which can slow down the weight loss process. Therefore, it is necessary to control your meals.

On the first day and along the first week after surgery, you will drink clear pure liquids. In the second week, you can drink non-transparent fluids, and then you can eat mashed foods in the third and fourth weeks.

After the first month of your surgery, you can start eating soft, solid foods very slowly. You should know that you have to change your eating habits, and be sure to follow the following points:

- Chew everything thoroughly before swallowing.

- Do not drink while eating, as this may cause your new stomach to fill up, but instead you have to keep at least 30 minutes apart between drinking times and meal times.

- Avoid soft drinks, to guard against the risk of stretching the stomach wall and expanding the stomach again.

- Avoid fast food with high calories.

- Take your vitamin and mineral supplement every day.

- Don't eat as much as you used to.

1- Bikini Line Gastric Sleeve helps control type 2 diabetes, as blood sugar levels return to normal after surgery, so the patient no longer needs diabetic medications, or at least he can reduce their doses.

2- Bikini Line Gastric Sleeve puts an end to hypertension and hypercholesterolemia. This improves heart health and reduces a person's risk of heart disease and stroke.

3- Bikini Line Gastric Sleeve improves mental and emotional health. Many obese people have a negative self-image and low self-confidence. Also, younger people who are significantly overweight find it difficult to participate in activities that they might enjoy. Therefore, the Bikini Line Gastric Sleeve surgery helps to maintain a positive view of life and restore confidence.

4- Bikini Line Gastric Sleeve relieves sleep apnea because losing excess weight allows sufficient space for the lung to perform normal breathing.

5- Bikini Line Gastric Sleeve enhances fertility in both sexes and increases the chances of pregnancy because the ideal weight eliminates hormonal disorders that negatively affect reproductive ability.

 

Bikini Line Gastric Sleeve is your aesthetic surgery to lose weight with Dr. Ahmed Hatem, consultant of bariatric and laparoscopic surgeries, with excellent results and complete safety, for the single-use of surgical tools.