Obesity Surgery and Treatment in Turkey

Gastric Sleeve

Gastric sleeve surgery is the most preferred treatment method for patients who want to lose weight. Gastric sleeve surgery in Turkey is performed using laparoscopic technology with a shorter recovery period. The surgeon will use a stapling device to create a small tube in your stomach and then remove the rest of your stomach. After the surgery, your stomach will be able to hold only 20% of what it could before, making you feel full faster and eat less.

Gastric Balloon Procedures

The gastric balloon is a modern, non-surgical weight loss procedure where the balloon is placed inside the stomach using an endoscope inserted through the mouth. This ensures no surgical complications, making the gastric balloon a preferred option for those wanting to lose weight without surgery. There are several types of gastric balloons, the most important of which are:

1- Standard Balloon (6 months or 12 months):

This balloon system consists of a single silicone balloon inserted into the stomach using an endoscope after partially sedating the patient. The balloon is then filled with saline. The gastric balloon makes you feel full early when eating, and it also reduces the stomach's secretion of the hormone “ghrelin,” responsible for appetite and hunger. Combined with exercise and a healthy diet, the patient can achieve remarkable results in a short period.

2- Smart Balloon or Swallowable Gastric Balloon Capsule (Elipse Balloon):

This is an advanced type of gastric balloon used for obesity treatment in Turkey. It is swallowable and does not require surgery or endoscopy for insertion into the stomach. It is a deflated balloon that inflates once inside the patient’s stomach, significantly reducing the risk of complications and side effects related to surgery and anesthesia.
The capsule helps reduce the amount of food a person can eat in one meal, aiding in weight loss. Additionally, the smart balloon shows relatively quick results compared to long-term surgical weight loss procedures.

Gastric Bypass Surgery (Roux-En-Y)

Gastric bypass surgery is a surgical method that connects the upper part of the stomach to the small intestine. Its goal is to make the stomach smaller and reduce the amount of absorption in the stomach. Food bypasses the stomach and follows a path from the small pouch to the small intestine, making you feel full faster and absorb fewer calories than usual. The procedure can be performed via open surgery or laparoscopy.

Stomach Botox

A modern treatment method for weight loss and obesity management involves injecting botulinum into specific areas of the stomach wall to reduce muscle contractions, delaying gastric emptying. This causes the patient to lose appetite and feel full for longer periods, thus reducing weight. This method is an alternative to diet and exercise and is not suitable for severe obesity cases. It doesn't require a hospital stay as it is performed in the clinic using endoscopic technology to achieve the best therapeutic results.