Before and after: 131 kg to 86 kg (99 lb lost)
How much weight did Ibrahim Al-Ansi lose after sleeve gastrectomy?
Ibrahim Al-Ansi from Yemen lost 45 kg, from 131 to 86 kg, in 6 months after sleeve gastrectomy with Dr. Mohammad Al-Zaitawi, with improvement in fatty liver and back pain. Results vary from patient to patient.
Ibrahim’s story in brief
From 131 kg to 86 kg in just 6 months! A true story from Yemen. Ibrahim Al-Ansi suffered from severe obesity (131 kg), fatty liver, and back pain and spine problems. He decided to change, and had a sleeve gastrectomy with Dr. Mohammad Al-Zaitawi, consultant in bariatric and laparoscopic surgery. The result after 6 months: down to 86 kg, a noticeable improvement in overall health, fatty liver gone, and back pain largely disappeared.
Read the original Arabic
من 131 كغم إلى 86 كغم خلال 6 شهور فقط! قصة حقيقية من اليمن. كان إبراهيم العنسي يعاني من سمنة مفرطة (131 كغم) ودهون على الكبد وآلام ومشاكل في الفقرات. قرر التغيير، وأجرى عملية تكميم المعدة (قص المعدة) على يد الدكتور محمد عبد الوهاب الزيتاوي استشاري جراحة السمنة والمنظار. النتيجة بعد 6 شهور: نزول الوزن إلى 86 كغم، وتحسن ملحوظ في الصحة العامة، والتخلص من دهون الكبد، واختفاء آلام الفقرات بشكل كبير.
Why did he choose sleeve gastrectomy?
Ibrahim weighed 131 kg, with fatty liver and chronic back pain made worse by the extra weight. After a full medical assessment at the center, laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy was chosen as the right option, and he travelled from Yemen to Jordan for the surgery.
His health after 6 months
Within 6 months he reached 86 kg. Follow-up showed his fatty liver had improved, pressure on his spine eased so his back pain largely disappeared, and his energy and overall health improved clearly.
The journey, step by step
- Before surgery: 131 kg
Severe obesity with fatty liver and back pain and spine problems.
- Contact from Yemen and medical assessment
Initial remote assessment, then pre-operative tests in Jordan and an explanation of the laparoscopic sleeve plan.
- Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy
Surgery at Dr. Mohammad Al-Zaitawi’s center, then a gradual move from liquids to normal food.
- First months: fast loss and back relief
Steady weight loss with gradual easing of back pain and more energy.
- 6 months later: 86 kg
45 kg lost, fatty liver resolved and back pain largely gone.
Ibrahim’s story shows that weight loss after sleeve gastrectomy affects the body’s organs, not just appearance; fatty liver often improves markedly with weight loss, and pressure on the spine and joints eases. Liver follow-up with tests or imaging is advised as recommended by the doctor, along with adequate protein, vitamins and physical activity to maintain the result. Results vary depending on starting weight, health and commitment.
This story reflects one patient's experience. Your result depends on your starting weight, health, the chosen procedure and your commitment after surgery. Only a personal medical evaluation can tell you what to expect.
Ibrahim Al-Ansi, a patient from Yemen, had laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy at Dr. Mohammad Al-Zaitawi’s bariatric and laparoscopic surgery center in Jordan. His weight went from 131 kg to 86 kg (45 kg lost) in 6 months, with improvement in fatty liver, back pain and overall health. Results vary between patients.
Frequently asked questions
How much did Ibrahim Al-Ansi lose after sleeve gastrectomy?
He lost 45 kg, from 131 to 86 kg, in just 6 months after surgery.
Does fatty liver go away after sleeve gastrectomy?
In many patients fatty liver improves clearly and may disappear with weight loss after a sleeve, because its main cause is usually excess weight and insulin resistance. This is confirmed with follow-up tests or imaging as recommended by the doctor.
Does back pain improve after weight loss?
Weight loss reduces the load on the spine and joints, so many patients notice a clear improvement in back pain. Pain caused by other problems, such as a herniated disc, needs assessment and follow-up with a specialist.
Is losing 45 kg in 6 months normal after a sleeve?
Fast weight loss is common in the first six months after sleeve gastrectomy, especially at higher starting weights, and it is safe when patients follow adequate protein, fluid and vitamin intake with regular follow-up.
Can patients from Yemen have the surgery in Jordan?
Yes. The center welcomes patients from Yemen and across the region. You can start with a remote assessment by sending your weight, height, age and health status via WhatsApp +962 79 570 2800, then coordinate the surgery date and stay.
