Gastric Sleeve Weight Loss Surgery

If you are considering getting gastric sleeve surgery, Aesthetic Airways got you covered! We believe that everyone deserves to be comfortable and feel beautiful in their bodies. That’s why we ensure to provide the best weight loss surgery in Turkey. Our professional team of surgeons will help you achieve your dream body and goals. We are dedicated to helping you with the highest quality techniques and technologies and care, so you can rest assured that you’re in safe hands.

What are you waiting for? Schedule your consultation today! Our doctors are ready to answer all of your questions. Request a free consultation to meet with our team to discuss your needs and learn if the gastric sleeve procedure is right for you.

What Is a Gastric Sleeve Procedure?

The gastric sleeve procedure is performed laparoscopically in about 60 to 90 minutes. The surgery performed for weight loss. It removes 75-80% of the stomach, which leaves it as a long and narrow banana-shaped tube which leads to holding less food and decreases the ghrelin hormone production, which makes you feel less hungry. Gastric sleeve surgery is a minimally invasive surgery that is typically performed laparoscopically. This means that the surgeon makes several small incisions in your abdomen and inserts a laparoscope (a thin, tube-like camera) and surgical instruments, then uses the laparoscope to remove the larger part of your stomach, leaving behind the sleeve-shaped stomach.

How is the Gastric Sleeve Procedure Performed?

Gastric sleeve surgery is typically performed laparoscopically. In simple terms, here is a step-by-step overview of the procedure:

1. The patient is placed under general anesthesia.
2. The surgeon makes several small incisions in the abdomen.
3. The surgeon inserts the laparoscope and surgical instruments through the incisions.
4. The surgeon divides the stomach vertically using a stapling device.
5. The surgeon removes the larger, curved part of the stomach.
6. The surgeon closes the incisions with sutures.

The Benefits of a Gastric Sleeve Procedure

• Effective weight loss: Most people lose 50-90 pounds within the first year of the surgery.

• Helps improve obesity-related health problems: such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and high blood pressure
• Minimally invasive surgery: It’s performed laparoscopically, which means less pain and scarring.
• Shorter hospital stays: most people need to stay 1-2 days after the surgery.
• Faster recovery: it has less recovery time compared to other weight loss surgeries.

How Much Does Gastric Sleeve Cost in Turkey?

The cost of gastric sleeve surgery in Turkey is significantly lower compared to other countries. The average cost in Turkey is around 3.250$ to 5.500$ including cost of the surgery, anesthesia, hospital stay, and follow-up care.

Are You a Candidate for Gastric Sleeve Surgery?

Deciding whether to undergo gastric sleeve surgery or not is a very stressful decision. However, it can be a good option for you if you:

• Have severe obesity (BMI of 40 or higher) or obesity and serious obesity-related health problems.
• Have tried other weight loss methods without any success.
• Are willing to change your whole lifestyle after the surgery

If one of these fits your condition, you may need to consider getting gastric sleeve surgery However, it’s important to choose the right doctor, and talk about the benefits, risks, and recovery to make sure that it’s the right decision.

Are You a Candidate for Gastric Sleeve Surgery?

Just like any other surgery, gastric sleeve surgery is divided into phases.

Phase 1: The immediate postoperative period (first 2-3 weeks), where the patient is most likely to experience some pain, fatigue, nausea, and vomiting. The patient will also be on a very strict diet of liquids and clear fluids.

Phase 2: The transition period, in this phase the patient will gradually start eating more solid foods and their energy levels will rise. The patient will also take some prescribed supplements to ensure getting all important nutrients.

Phase 3, which is the one that people are waiting for, is the long-term recovery period. In this phase, the patient is considered recovered. It’s usually after six weeks, and the patient will have to follow their new lifestyle.

To ensure a healthy and smooth recovery, it is highly important to go to all of your follow-up appointments, take your needed medicine, and follow all of your doctor’s instructions.

FAQs About the Gastric Sleeve Procedure at Aesthetic Airways

How long will the effects of gastric sleeve surgery last?

The effects of gastric sleeve surgery are long-term effects that could last for years. However, it’s important to note that it’s possible to regain weight, that’s why you must make important diet and lifestyle changes to maintain your dream body.

How much weight can I expect to lose after gastric sleeve surgery?

Weight loss after gastric sleeve surgery is most rapid in the first few months. You’re expected to lose 50-70% of your excess weight within the first year. After that, the weight loss rate will slow down gradually. However, it’s important that every individual has a unique body and responds to the surgery differently.

Will I need to make dietary and lifestyle changes after gastric sleeve surgery?

Yes. Dietary and lifestyle changes are essential to maintain your weight and improve your overall health. After the surgery, your stomach will be much smaller than it was. This means that you’ll need to eat smaller portions of meals more frequently. You’ll also need to avoid foods that are high in sugar and fat. In addition, you’ll need to quit bad habits such as smoking, taking needed supplements, and exercising regularly.

How long does it last? Can the gastric sleeve procedure be undone?

This process brings about a permanent modification to the stomach that cannot be undone. However, the part of the stomach that is removed does not affect the overall function of the stomach. Digestion and absorption of nutrients are not changed with the gastric sleeve procedure.

Gastric Sleeve Weight Loss Surgery Before & After

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