Successful Sleeve Gastrectomy for a High-Risk Patient with Severe Obesity at Almana Bariatric Center

The medical team at the Bariatric Center at Almana Hospital Aziziah Dammam successfully performed a laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy on a patient with severe obesity and a body mass index (BMI) of 81.31, placing him in a very high-risk surgical category that required careful assessment and appropriate preoperative planning.

The procedure was performed on December 14, 2025, by Dr. Alhassan Al-Naami, Consultant in Bariatric and General Surgery. Despite the patient's exceptionally high surgical risk, the operation was completed successfully, with no complications reported during surgery or hospitalization.

The patient recovered without requiring admission to the intensive care unit (ICU) and was discharged from the hospital within 24 hours, walking independently.

Since undergoing the procedure, the patient has continued to achieve sustained weight loss, accompanied by a noticeable improvement in his quality of life. This outcome highlights the importance of comprehensive medical assessment and selecting an appropriate treatment approach based on each patient's individual health condition.

The Bariatric Center at Almana Hospital Aziziah Dammam provides specialized obesity assessment and treatment services, including individualized evaluations, appropriate medical and surgical treatment options, and postoperative follow-up to monitor recovery, support weight loss, and improve long-term health outcomes.

Through its bariatric care services, Almana Medical Group remains committed to providing comprehensive, patient-centered care, from initial assessment through ongoing follow-up, with the aim of improving treatment outcomes and enhancing patients' quality of life.