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Gastric Balloon

Gastric Balloon in Turkey

The gastric balloon, which is also called the intragastric balloon, is a procedure for weight loss. It involves inserting a balloon which is a spherical silicone device, into the stomach of the patient through an endoscope. This method is primarily intended for those who have an elevated level of obesity, particularly those who suffer from a severe form of the condition. The aim of the Gastric balloon is to limit the amount of food that the stomach is able to hold which causes the patient to feel full more quickly and therefore, consume less food. Gastric balloon is  the most successful option that doesn’t involve surgery in Turkey.

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Am I a good candidate for Gastric Balloon in Turkey? 

  1. If your BMI falls within the range of 30 to 40,
  2. If you have health problems like high blood pressure or diabetes that are caused by being overweight or obese,
  3. If you have been consistently trying to lose weight by dieting and working out but haven’t seen any results,

That means you are a good candidate for Gastric Balloon.

Types of Gastric Balloon

1. Medsil Gastric Balloon

This type of balloon, which is also called a “6-month gastric balloon,” stays in the stomach for six months and is inserted there with an endoscope. After six months, it is taken out of the stomach using endoscopic means. People who need to lose a lot of weight prefer this method.

2. Spatz Gastric Balloon

Another name for the Spatz Gastric Balloon is an adjustable gastric balloon. One distinguishing characteristic of this particular gastric balloon is its adjustable volume, setting it apart from other similar devices. The size of this stomach balloon can be modified to meet each person’s needs. People who have a body mass index between 30 and 40 are the ideal candidates for this treatment.

3. Ellipse Gastric Balloon

The Ellipse Gastric Balloon is a type of gastric balloon that can be swallowed without the need for an endoscopic procedure or anesthesia. It comes in the form of a capsule and is taken orally with water. Once swallowed, it stays in the stomach for a period of four months before being naturally excreted from the body between four to six months. It is estimated that individuals who use this method can expect to lose around 15-20 kg.

Things to consider before Gastric Balloon in Turkey

  • You should talk to your doctor and get tested to see if you’re an appropriate candidate for a gastric balloon procedure.
  • Be well-informed about risk factors and potential issues.
  • Establish and stick to a healthy eating and exercise plan.
  • During the checkup before the procedure, you must certainly tell the doctor about any diseases you already have and all the medicines you are taking.

How is Gastric Balloon placed in Turkey? 

First, your doctor will numb your throat with an anesthetic spray. During the process, a plastic guard is utilized to keep your mouth open. Your doctor will do the procedure by inserting a thin tube called an endoscope till it enters the stomach. The end of the endoscope contains a small camera that enables the doctor to look inside and identify if there are any abnormalities or blockages. After that, the endoscope will be removed, and a balloon that has been deflated will be placed inside. A sealing valve is attached to the balloon after it has been inflated with saline and methylene blue dye. In the final step of the process, your doctor will reinsert the endoscope into your body so that he or she can examine the actions taken before and check that the balloon has been correctly positioned.

Day of Gastric Balloon

  • Do not drink anything 6 hours before your treatment, and do not eat anything 8 hours before.
  • Wear loose-fitting clothes that fasten in front or back. 
  • Leave all valuables in the safe box in your hotel room.
  • Do not wear any facial or eye makeup. Please avoid nail polish.
  • You may wear glasses but do not wear contact lenses.
  • Bring your ID/passport and if you have any medical conditions, please bring medical reports with you.

Recovery after Gastric Balloon in Turkey

You must stay one night in the hospital under medical supervision after the operation. Additionally, it is necessary to have proper nutritional care and dietary monitoring, particularly during the initial period. You might have some problems, like discomfort in your stomach, but they will go away quickly. After the operation, you must follow a healthy diet to acquire the best results. At the beginning of this diet, you should focus on consuming liquid foods, and then progress to eating semi-liquid items until you reach the fourth week, at which point you should begin consuming normal food again.

Gastric Balloon Post-op Instructions

  • After the procedure, you will only be allowed to drink fluids for the first 3 days.
  • After four days, you can consume soft foods but you will still need to continue drinking a minimum of 8 cups of water in between meals.
  • You can eat normal food after the fourth week of your operation.
  • Stay away from drinks with sugar or ingredients that have gas in them.
  • You need to begin exercising in order to maintain your new lifestyle.
  • Depending on how quickly your stomach adapts to a new foreign object, you will be able to return to your job within one or two days.

Gastric Balloon Cost in Turkey

Gastric Balloon procedure in Turkey typically costs between 2500€ and 3500€. It’s important to keep in mind that these costs are estimates and that the exact amount will change based on the desires of each patient, surgeon’s experience, and hospitals.

Compared to the UK, United States, and Europe, Turkey provides more affordable treatment packages for gastric balloon procedures.

FAQ

Typically, they are inserted through an endoscopic method using a tube that contains a camera and instruments. This tube is inserted through the mouth and into the stomach.The balloon is then inserted through the tube inside the stomach and then the balloon is filled with a certain to expand it.

It can help you lose weight, but only in the short term. To keep the weight off, you need to make changes to your food and exercise regularly.

They are mostly used for people who are overweight and can't lose weight any other way.

Some of the complications that can happen are sickness, vomiting, intestine blockage, and stomach swelling though they aren’t very common.

No, it is made of a gastric acid-resistant material.

Since it is a non-surgical procedure, the risks are rather low compared to other bariatric surgeries.

You can go back to your daily life as soon as three or four days.

It usually takes about 30 minutes. It can be shorter or longer depending on the patient's health, anatomy, and also the surgeon's and team's experience.

After the fourth week has passed after your procedure, you will be able to eat normal food again.

Most of the time, this time is between one and two days. It is lengthened based on things like the patient's health and mental state.

Patients lose ten to fifteen percent of their body weight in around 4 months. In the future, they are going to continue losing weight. According to studies, the first 6 months are the most beneficial for weight loss.

You can start to do sports after one week and there are no limits to the sports type you’ll be doing.

Gastric balloon insertion has an 80% success rate.