A medical procedure for lasting weight loss, a healthier life and a better quality of life
Obesity surgery, also known as bariatric surgery, is currently the most effective solution for patients suffering from severe or morbid obesity who have not succeeded in losing weight sustainably using traditional methods (diet, exercise, behavioral therapies).
It not only significantly reduces body weight, but also improves or eliminates associated conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, sleep apnea, and joint pain.
In Tunisia, this procedure is performed by specialized surgeons in clinics equipped to ensure maximum safety and structured postoperative follow-up.
Who is bariatric surgery for?
Obesity surgery mainly concerns :
- Patients with a CMI greater than 40.
- Les patients avec un IMC entre 35 et 40 présentant des comorbidités (type 2 diabetes, hypertension, sleep apnoea syndrome, osteoarthritis, etc.).
- People who have tried everything (diet, exercise, medical treatment) without lasting success
- Patients motivated to change their lifestyle and follow a strict post-operative protocol
The main obesity surgery procedures
Sleeve gastrectomy Tunisia
This restrictive procedure involves removing around 70% of the stomach, leaving only a vertical tube.
Advantages :
- Quick feeling of fullness
- No change to the digestive system
- Significant and rapid weight loss
- Irreversible but safe surgery
Gastric bypass Tunisia
Combined restrictive and malabsorptive technique: reduction in the size of the stomach + diversion of part of the intestine.
Advantages :
- Very rapid weight loss
- Strong impact on type 2 diabetes (frequent remission)
- Suitable for very severe obesity
Adjustable gastric band (less common today)
Placement of a band around the stomach to reduce the amount of food ingested.
Advantages :
- Reversible intervention
- Less invasive, but less effective in the long term
Benefits of obesity surgery
- Loss of 50 to 70% of excess weight within the first year
- Improvement or even disappearance of obesity-related illnesses
- Resuming physical activity
- Reduced fatigue, stress and social isolation
- Improved fertility, sleep and self-esteem
- Longer life expectancy
Comprehensive support before and after the operation
Bariatric surgery is not limited to the surgical procedure. It is part of a comprehensive care pathway, supervised by:
- A multidisciplinary assessment (nutritionist, psychologist, anaesthetist, surgeon).
- Nutritional and psychological preparation
- A personalised post-operative follow-up protocol (dietary re-education, medical support, adapted physical activity)
Rigorous monitoring is essential to ensure the long-term success of the operation.
Why choose bariatric surgery in Tunisia?
- Experienced surgeons in the treatment of severe obesity.
- Modern clinics with specialist care units
- Affordable costs without compromising on quality
- French-speaking staff for foreign patients
- Possibility of an organised medical stay: welcome, accommodation, transfers, personalised follow-up
Before & After
Procedures such as gastric banding, gastric sleeve and bypass effectively reduce the capacity of the stomach or modify the digestive process. These techniques are performed using a meticulous, tailor-made approach to adapt to the specific needs of each patient.
FAQ - Frequently asked questions
Approximately 1? to 2 hours, under general anaesthetic.
Weight loss begins within the first few weeks and intensifies over the first 6 months.
Yes, dietary re-education is introduced in progressive stages. Dietary monitoring is essential to success.
It may be partially or fully covered in some countries. In Tunisia, attractive rates make it easier to access.
