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Length of stay
7 days
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Stay in hospital
1 hour after treatment
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Surgery duration
30 minutes
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Anesthesia
Mild sedation
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Recovery
1 to 3 days
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Stitches
No stitches required
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Drains
Not required
Gastric Balloon in Turkey?
A Gastric Balloon is an Inflated balloon filled with gas or air in the stomach. It is a very popular weight loss procedure in Turkey.
Three types of gastric balloons are used – The Spatz3 –Adjustable balloon – Obalon - these are the most used in Turkey, they are soft expandable balloons.
The gastric balloon is inserted endoscopically into the stomach. The procedure takes around 20 to 30 minutes, depending on which type of gastric balloon you choose to have. The silicon balloon placed in the stomach will significantly reduce portion sizes, making you feel fuller with less food, so you start losing weight.
Who is suitable for a Gastric Balloon?
If your Body Mass Index (BMI) is over 32, a gastric balloon can help you lose weight in the long term and treat other conditions such as type 2 diabetes or high blood pressure.
The gastric balloon procedure can be beneficial for people who are considered too overweight for major surgery. Using the balloon to successfully lose weight before surgery can also help reduce the risks associated with surgical procedures in overweight patients.
Your doctor will confirm your BMI and perform a detailed examination before deciding whether a gastric balloon suits you.
Results of weight loss with Gastric Balloon
Patients who undergo gastric balloon surgery usually lose between 5 and 20 kg of weight and return to work after two to three days.
Most weight loss with the balloon occurs within the first three months. After that, the weight loss usually stabilizes, and we ask patients to exercise more.
Patients will find that they feel fuller for longer, even though they are eating less, allowing them to reduce their meals and achieve the desired weight loss.
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Faqs
Frequently asked questions
The Gastric Balloon Surgery in Turkey is a very good idea and has fewer complications in installation and there is a lower risk of complications.
This is a minimally invasive treatment. It does not require surgery and the balloon can be placed in a matter of minutes. Also with adjustable Gastric Balloons your surgeon is able to increase or decrease their volume.
Like with any other treatments, the Gastric Balloon Procedure does have some risks. Within the first 48 hours, the weight loss balloon can irritate the muscles of your stomach wall, and you can experience stomach cramps and pain.
This annoying condition usually disappears after 3 or 4 days while you follow your liquid diet. You can also experience a blockage that may have risks which include over inflation, acute pancreatitis, ulcers or a hole ( perforation ) in the stomach wall, which might require surgery to fix. Bowel obstruction or perforation ( rare ).
If the gastric balloon does deflate it may slip into the lower stomach or bowel and cause obstruction. This will give serious symptoms such as severe abdominal pain, vomiting and progressive bloating.
Acid reflux, sometimes followed by heartburn, is one of the most common side effects of stomach balloons. To avoid or lessen this condition, just stop consuming dairies, alcohol, caffeine, spicy and fatty foods. Also your doctor will prescribe acid - blocking medications for this. If you feel acid reflux while eating, just stop and continue later.
You need to have a minimum BMI of 27 and above for you to be eligible for Gastric Balloon Surgery in Turkey.
This makes it also preferable for lighter people who may not be ideal candidates for other forms of bariatric procedures.
Despite this, a Gastric Balloon is very risky for a person with a BMI of 60 and above. In such a situation you cannot be considered for the Gastric Balloon.
Before Gastric Balloon Surgery in Turkey you need to be sure that your last meal was consumed a day before the treatment no later than 8 pm.
Your last meal should be light and low fat. You can drink water 2 hours before the Gastric Balloon procedure.
Avoid smoking cigarettes before and after the procedures and also you need to stay away from alcohol before and after the procedure.
You can expect to lose 7% to 15% of your body weight in the first six months after the Gastric Balloon installation.
The total maximum amount of weight loss would be about 30% to 47% after the Gastric Balloon installation.
You will see a significant weight loss and you will feel lighter and healthier with smaller portions of food you consume. You will eat more low fat and nutritious foods.
Your doctor will check that you're in good health, you will have some blood work done and have a general check up.
The surgeon will carefully examine you during a consultation and he will ask questions related to your medical history and any ongoing health problems like allergies and surgeries in the past. The test will include an Endoscopy.
You will be given a mild sedative, the doctor will guide a thin soft balloon down your throat by endoscopy to your stomach.
The balloon will be filled with saline until it is about the size of a grapefruit.
The procedure normally takes about 20 to 30 minutes. The material of the Gastric Balloon is high quality and holds accredited national certification.
After a Gastric Balloon procedure you can expect to stay at the hospital/ clinic for at least an hour to make sure everything is ok with the balloon.
You will be on a liquid diet for the first week. In the second week you can eat soft food and in the third week you can start to eat your regular food but of course make sure it is low in fat and less portions.
You will start to lose weight and you will start to feel lighter and healthier with more energy.
After the Gastric Balloon Procedure you can drink thin soups, protein shakes, zero sugar drinks, herbal tea, light tea and coffees but the best option is water.
Avoid drinking through a straw as extra air might make your stomach uncomfortable.
Alcohol is prohibited for at least 1-2 months after a Gastric Balloon Procedure. Avoid drinking liquids 30 minutes before a meal and 1 hour after a meal.
After your Gastric Balloon Procedure you can go back to work after 3-4 days.
It all depends on what kind of job you are working in and how your stomach handles the insertion of the Gastric Balloon.
Weight Loss Balloon will be removed before 6 months period after insertion, by endoscopy. You will be given a mild sedation and the balloon will be removed. It will not be a painful procedure and if you require a second balloon to be inserted you can do so.
Yes, you can have a Gastric Balloon inserted twice after a 6 months period.
It takes about 40 minutes to take out the previous Gastric Balloon and insert the new one. So you will continue to lose weight and keep up with your diets and healthy lifestyle.
Sterile operating rooms in state of the art modern hospitals and clinics with highly qualified and experienced doctors with years of experience makes Turkey a safe place to go for patients looking for a Gastric Balloon Procedure.
Many of our doctors were studying abroad in the USA, UK, and Canada to get professional experience. Years of practice and thousands of successful operations performed, our Turkish surgeons are on the top 10 best list in the world.
The cost of a Gastric Balloon is much less than other EU countries. You can combine your holidays with your surgery and explore Turkey.
The prices are cheaper there because of -
- Low economy
- Lower Tax
- Doctors wages are less than other countries
- Materials, medical equipment and medication are produced locally.
Gastric Balloon is made from silicone and filled up with saline water. The volume in the Gastric Balloon will be filled with about 500-700ml saline water.
The silicone material is made from the highest quality materials which is approved internationally.
Yes, there is one kind of the Gastric Balloon that dissolves and passes through naturally.
It is called an Elipse Balloon and dissolves itself about 16 weeks after the insertion. It is a safe and easy procedure and very popular as it has minimal risks with complications.
It is up to you which Gastric Balloon you will choose. Speak to our Team Member about available options suitable for your needs and health.
The Gastric Balloon insertion takes around 20 - 30 minutes and usually you can leave the hospital the same day or day after.
You will also have a scan by X-ray to make sure that the Balloon is placed correctly. You will be in good hands so you can stay calm and relaxed.
There is no medical reason why you wouldn't be allowed to fly immediately after your treatment, but we advise you wait for about 3 days or so until your feelings of nausea subside.
We care about you and your health and we want the best possible results for you.
There are minimum side effects after the Gastric Balloon Surgery and if it happens it happens very rarely. Possible side effects after a Gastric Balloon Surgery are :
Stomach or back pain,
Acid reflux,
Infection,
Low weight loss,
Nausea and vomiting,
Blockage from food entering the stomach. A potential risk is a balloon deflation, there is a risk that it could pass through your digestive system.
Yes, you can stay calm as our Surgeons hold a Bariatric Surgeon Accreditation.
They have done their training in this procedure. It shows their commitment and great knowledge in this direction, as well as experience and dedication.
Before the insertion you should fast 12 hours before and you should not drink any liquids 6 hours before.
