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Gastric Balloon Surgery in Turkey

What Is a Gastric Balloon and How is it Applied?

Gastric Balloon, also known as Intra-Gastric Balloon Placement, is a non-surgical weight loss procedure. The balloon is made out of silicone, and is inflated with 400 to 700 ccs of saline water after being inserted into the stomach. Which triggers weight loss by limiting how much the patient can eat and making them feel full faster and for a longer duration. Gastric Balloon is often preferred over other Bariatric operations as it is placed endoscopically through the mouth, without the need for surgery. There are 3 types of commonly administered Gastric Balloons: the 6 month balloon, the 12 month balloon, and the swallowable balloon.

Gastric Balloon Procedures

New Generation Intragastric Balloon : SPATZ III ADJUSTABLE

The Spatz adjustable balloon is a medical grade, saline-filled gastric balloon that rests in the stomach cavity and decreases appetite by occupying roughly a third of the stomach volume.

The minimally invasive outpatient procedure involves the insertion of the Spatz III Adjustable Gastric Balloon through an endoscope, which is a flexible, narrow tube like device that is equipped with a camera. The procedure takes about 20 minutes and the patient will be sedated during the Gastric Balloon procedure.

The doctor inserts the endoscope through the mouth into the stomach. The esophagus, stomach and small bowel are examined at this time to ensure there is nothing that would make having a Gastric Balloon unsafe. A catheter is inserted alongside the endoscope, and the deflated balloon is attached to the end of the catheter. The endoscope guides the catheter through the esophagus and into the stomach. Once the balloon is in place, it is filled with saline through the catheter until the balloon size is sufficient. The endoscope and catheter are then pulled out, leaving the filled balloon in the stomach. The Gastric Balloon has to be removed endoscopically after its intended lifespan is reached.

New Generation Intragastric Balloon: Medsil and Orbera

The placement and the removal of the Medsil and Orbera Gastric Balloons are identical to that of the Spatz III Adjustable Gastric Balloon. Medsil Gastric Balloon is left in the stomach up to 6 months, while the Orebera has different models that can remain up to 6 months or 12 months in the stomach.

Basically, the placement and removal of balloon procedures are similar and remain in the stomach for 6-12 months.

Swallowable Gastric Balloon Capsule: Elipse Balloon

The Elipse Gastric Balloon, unlike the other Gastric Balloons, does not require a procedure to insert, and is instead swallowed like a pill. The Swallowable Balloon is then filled with saline using a catheter. The Swallowable Balloon remains in the body for up to 6 months. It does not require removal as it deflates over time by a self-melting valve and then leaves the body through the vomiting or through excrement.

What To Expect

Prior to Gastric Balloon Insertion

The gastric balloon operation is one of the easiest methods of weight loss. The patient is instructed to follow a liquid only diet for three days before the surgery and needs to fast for the last 12 hours. Preoperative tests, such as a Covid 19 PCR test and ECG, are performed. The patient is then sedated and the endoscopic procedure is started.

Insertion of the Gastric Balloon

For most patients, the Gastric Balloon is inserted while the patients are sedated, there could be medical reasons to proceed differently.

The Gastric Balloon is inserted endoscopically and placed in the stomach, then inflated with saline through the catheter. If the Swallowable Balloon is being inserted, it is instead swallowed by the patient like a pill and is then inflated with saline through the catheter.

The patient can be discharged within an hour, but Booking Surgery offers a single night hospital stay to make sure that the patient is comfortable. The Gastric Balloon can easily be deflated and removed, if required, at any time by a medical professional.

Adjustment Procedure

If excessive or prolonged nausea, vomiting or pain is experienced, or inversely if the patient does not sufficiently feel full and is able to eat without restriction, the Gastric Balloon volume can be diminished or increased with an adjustment procedure.

The Gastric Balloon volume can be changed with a simple 15 minute endoscopic procedure. Preparation requires a liquid diet for 3 full days prior to adjustment followed by 12 hours of fasting, identical to the required diet for the insertion. Adjustment is made while the patient is sedated and as with the insertion procedure, the patient can be discharged within an hour.

After the Procedure

Gastric Balloon has some expected side effects, including stomach discomfort, nausea, vomiting, feeling bloated, and acid reflux. The patient is prescribed medicine to counter these side effects. These side effects are temporary and wear off within a week. If the side effects are persistent and do not wear off after a week, the patient should contact a Patient Coordinator for assistance.

Removal Technique

The Swallowable Balloon, will dissolve on its own within 6 months and the saline liquid inside will be excreted through urination and the balloon through excrement.

For non-swallowable Gastric Balloons the procedure is identical. After approximately 6 to 12 months, depending on the Balloon, the Gastric Balloon will be removed endoscopically, the Gastric Balloon can also be removed earlier if requested. Preparation requires a liquid diet for 3 full days prior to the procedure followed by fasting from midnight the night before. Following removal, the patient can be discharged within an hour.

Advantages of Gastric Balloon in Istanbul Turkey

Gastric Balloon is an effective non-surgical treatment for obesity, especially for patients who have tried dieting and regular exercise. The advantages of having a Gastric Balloon procedure in Turkey provides include, but are not limited to:

  • Gastric Balloon procedure does not require surgery, so it is perfect for patients who struggle with surgery or are ineligible for surgical operations.
  • The recovery period is short as the operation is only 20 minutes long and can be done as an outpatient procedure, meaning that the surgery can be completed even during a couple hours long layover.
  • Compared to Bariatric Surgeries, more patients are eligible for Gastric Balloon as only a Body Mass Index, BMI, of at least 28 is required.
  • Having a Gastric Balloon in Turkey is significantly cheaper and the quality of care is on par with US and EU hospitals.
  • There is no wait line for Gastric Balloon, the patient can come in any day and have their surgery.

Risks and Complications of Gastric Balloon Surgery

Short Term Risks

The short term side effects of the Gastric Balloon are mainly caused by the body reacting to the Balloon as a foreign object. Although each patient is unique, the side effects last 3 to 4 days on average. The short term side effects include:

  • Nause
  • Vomiting
  • Stomach Cramps

Patients are given anti-nausea medication to counteract nausea and vomiting. Stomach cramps are unavoidable but wear off soon after the surgery.

Long Term Risks:

Gastric balloon is one of the safest weight loss procedures with a low risk of complication. The procedure does not involve any scarring, wounds or change of the digestive system or the stomach of the patient. But as any other procedure it has its own possible risks and complications:

  • Gastric Balloon Rapture, even though very unlikely, is possible. As a precaution, blue dye is added to the saline solution that is inside the Gastric Balloon. If the Gastric Balloon were to rapture, then the dye would alter the color of the urine.
  • Some patients might mentally struggle with the inability to eat as much as they normally do. Intolerance to the changes brought on by Gastric Balloon might even require an earlier removal.

Who Is Eligible for Gastric Balloon Turkey?

Gastric balloon is a good choice for patients who wish 10 to 15 kg and have a Body Mass Index, BMI, of higher than 27. The advantage of having a Gastric Balloon operation in Turkey is that it is cheaper with the same quality, there is no waiting list, and it can be combined with a holiday in Turkey as the patient can be discharged immediately.

How Long Should I Stay in Turkey for a Gastric Balloon Treatment Procedure?

The procedure takes 15 to 20 minutes and is performed endoscopically under sedation. A 1 night hospital stay is sufficient but is not required. After the Gastric Balloon is inserted, the patient can leave the hospital after a few hours of rest if desired.

How Much Weight Will I Lose?

Weight loss that Gastric Botox provides is severely limited compared to Bariatric Surgeries. Gastric Botox is expected to help the patient lose up to 10 kilograms (22 pounds) while Gastric Bypass, for example, allows weight loss of up to 80% of the excess body weight.

How Many Days Should I Stay in Turkey?

The procedure is short and is performed endoscopically under sedation. A 1 night hospital stay is sufficient, but the patient can leave the hospital after a few hours of rest if desired.

How Long Does It Take for Stomach Botox to Work?

Gastric Botox effects can be seen right after the procedure, but the Botox wears off within 6 months. Weight loss is more apparent near the end of the 6 month period, but can be observed after the first month.

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When I think of Booking Surgery I think of a family tree with roots where our journey starts and finally ends with them giving us the tools to bloom. This has been a 4 year relationship with Booking Surgery. My journey started in sept or 2020 when I went for a gastric sleeve weighing 22 stone now down to 11.5 stone. I researched this company for months and found that they were and are one of the only ones that offer a full hospital stay from start to finish that way I knew no matter what happened I was covered in an emergency in a fully equipped hospital and not a HOTEL. The service from start to finish has been phenomenal from both my co-ordinators Basark - for my sleeve( and Mike smith for the 360fdl and arm lift and now my last one to complete my journey, my thigh lift. I had all my plastics with Dr Yalcin ( nicknamed Dr Yummy by all his patients).  Trying to do justice to his work is impossible, and he always has this amazing smile that makes you feel safe. Perfection and the hands and mind of an artist where he perfectly sculpts and moulds your body into a work of beauty.  Booking Surgery has this slogan that says  "I booked and surgery and it changed my life" and it has for me in every way possible. This would never have happened for me without Booking Surgery and I would highly recommend them to anyone considering this journey. Do you research speak to the patients and hear our lived experience. I have been to 3 of the hospitals they have used and with all of them the staff, service and experience has been amazing. From the airport transfer to the translators that meet you when you arrive, they sort all your medical tests, problems, food and anything you need they meet those needs. There are always translators available day and night male and female depending on your preference. The best part is you can bring a companion with you at no extra cost for the hospital stay and they stay in the room with you. Obviously their flights and insurance is not included. For my journey in Sept 23 I had William and Morgan, April and Nas and Nadia. They made it feel like home. They all speak fluent English and for some accents just speak a little slower. For my current stay at medistanbul it was lovely to come back to old faces like William, Morgan, April and Nadia which was so lovely to see again and new faces Frank and lastly the lovely lily, who was absolutely amazing her translating skills and problem solving made my journey even better she bonded so well with my companion who loaded her with questions for information to support other procedures that didn't include plastics that Booking Surgery was onboard to support and accommodate that would change her life, but that's not my story to tell, Booking Surgery and lilly may have made that possible again changing lives..... My journey has ended at Medistanbul and wow what a lovely placed hospital right next to a shopping mall with a starbucks which is amazing. The mall had clothing stores, a supermarket and a whole top floor for food should you want something else, they also had burger king a chicken place similar to KFC called popeys and other foods such as  pizza etc etc. Even though my journey has ended with booking surgery my support to them will not as I have recommended them to a few and 2 of my friends have booked a surgery and one has asked me to be her companion for her return. I have supported her from the start of her journey to change her life and Booking Surgery opened that door. It's funny how the connections you make in life affect you and those around you. I booked a surgery and it changed my life and because of those connections to Booking Surgery it's also changing the lives of those around me. Good ahead change your life book a surgery with Booking Surgery - Mike Smith

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My experience here at Medistanbul hospitals has been amazing , the nurses , staff and all the translators have been so helpful , Frank will help you as much as he can , the aftercare is spot on , they give you 100% every time x

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My experience was great from arriving. I was met by lily who has been helpful with everything. Interpreting was great and it is difficult when you don’t know the language.want to say a big thank you to Morgan, William, Gabriel, Frank and Nas. Nothing was ever to much trouble. Even would offer to go get you a Starbucks. I came for a thigh lift with dr yalcin. My surgeon was absolutely amazing and such a lovely man.

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FDL & MINI BRA LINE LIFT This was my second lot of plastic surgery with booking surgery. My surgeon was Dr Yalcin, he is also known as Dr Yummy🤣. My Coordinator was Nina Ord and she had arranged a transfer from the airport to the hospital for when I arrived, the driver was there ready and waiting as soon as I got to gate 8 (the collection point) he helped me and my companion with our bags and was very polite. The transfer from the airport to the hospital was about 30mins. I was then greeted by two members of booking surgery staff April & Lilly. My room wasn’t quite ready but while we were waiting they took myself and my companion for something to eat. Medistanbul is a new hospital that booking surgery are using so I was quite nervous about going somewhere that I hadn’t been before as my previous surgery was at medicine with Dr Yalcin. All pre op tests was done within a few hours and I was then able to walk about the mall next door to the hospital and check out my surroundings. The rooms are spacious, clean, you also have Netflix to watch too. Fast forward to the day of my surgery I reminded Dr Yalcin that I was quite poorly with my first lot of plastics and he was able to change some medication around so I wasn’t poorly when I come around. I am currently 4 days post op and I couldn’t be happier. The aftercare from Dr Yalcin has been great. Always answered any questions or worries I had. Translators Morgan, Naz and Lilly are always around if you need any help with anything. Always knocking on your door checking in on you and asking if you need anything. The cleaners have been cleaning my room on a regular basis, the nurses have been answering my buzzer when needed. Kept me up to date with my pain killers and ext. Google translate is a good app to have just in case you need something and the translators are busy with another patient. Over all my experience at medistanbul has been fab and if I wanted to come back for anything else with Dr Yalcin wouldn’t hesitate.

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I have been a total of 3 times to Istanbul via booking surgery. Each time I book Dr Soner Karaali as he is just amazing! From first contact and booking with my co-ordination Nina to leaving I never have had any issues or complaints. You are picked up from the airport and taken to your hospital, on arrival all relevant tests are carried out to ensure you are fit and healthy for the surgery. On the morning the surgeon visits and goes through what you would like as pre discussed and once agreed for desired results you are drawn up and then taken to theatre. The hospital staff, nurses and cleaning crew are always so kind and caring, friendly and professional. You have interpreters on hand 24/7 asking if you would like/need anything. All meals are provided too as well as protein shakes throughout the day. This visit I’ve had the amazing Lily, Morgan, Frank, Naz and Gabriel. Nothing is too much trouble at all they are fantastic. And most importantly my surgical results are as always phenomenal if I do say so myself 🩷