Gastric Sleeve (VSG)
Gastric Sleeve is a highly effective surgical treatment for those who are struggling with obesity-related health issues and weight loss. Gastric sleeve surgery is the least invasive method among bariatric surgeries. The surgery only includes reducing the size of the stomach.
The obesity rate is increasing all around the world day by day. International patients consider getting gastric sleeve in Turkey for many reasons. Turkey is home to experienced and skilled surgeons and medical teams and offers affordable package deals.
Why you should get a Gastric Sleeve in Turkey?
People go to Turkey for gastric sleeve for a variety of reasons:
High-Quality Facilities
The clinics’ utmost goal is to give high-quality treatment in a comfortable environment with up-to-date technological equipment.
Experienced Surgeons
Turkey is home to very skilled and experienced surgeons who went through detailed education and years of experience before specializing in their field.
Cost-Effective
While surgery costs in high in the USA and Europe, Arpanu Medical offers prices that are not only less but also cover all hospital and surgery fees.
Comprehensive Packages
The packages not only include the surgery, tests, and hospital fees but also include accommodation in a 5-star hotel along with VIP transportation.
Personalized Care
Arpanu Medical provides exceptional care to its patients not only at the hospital but also at the hotel, where it has top expert nurses.
Gastric Sleeve Procedure
After general anesthesia, a few incisions will be made for the surgical tools. Gastric Sleeve procedure is not an open surgery, the surgery is operated from these incisions. The stomach will be reduced by 60% to 80% in size with a special tool that can sew while cutting.
The surgeon will make sure there are no non-stitched areas in the stomach. Then all the incisions will be stitched.
Preparation
The patient will go through some tests before surgery. If the surgeon approves the test results, the patient will be given general anesthesia.
Incision
The surgery is done laparoscopically. There will be five laparoscopic incisions made for the surgical tools.
Reducing Stomach Size
A bougie tube will be inserted to determine the new stomach size. With a laparoscopic staple, the stomach size will be reduced.
Closure of the Incisions
With a blue liquid, the surgeon will make sure the stomach is stapled perfectly. Then tools will be removed and incisions will be closed
Recovery & Follow Up
The patient needs to follow a diet and an exercise plan for their stomach recovery. The diet and exercise plan will gradually increase.
The patient needs regular check-up sessions during the recovery process. The whole recovery can take up to a year. However, instant recovery will take 2 weeks top.
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Types of Gastric Sleeve
There are mainly three types of gastric sleeve and each differs on its own. Check out all three types of gastric sleeve surgery.
Laparoscopic Gastric Sleeve
Laparoscopic gastric sleeve is done by creating a few incisions in the stomach area. The stomach size will be reduced by a laparoscopic stapler. This surgery is the most common gastric sleeve surgery.
Endoscopic Gastric Sleeve
The endoscopic gastric sleeve is done by inserting an endoscopic tool from the mouth to the stomach. Fundamentally, the stomach is sutured to reduce its size. It’s the least invasive type of gastric sleeve.
Re-sleeve Surgery
Unlike the other gastric sleeve types, the re-sleeve procedure’s purpose is different. It is also known as gastric sleeve revision. Revision is for patients whose stomachs have gained size or have been through complications.
How Much Does a Gastric Sleeve Cost in Turkey?
Gastric Sleeve cost is around €4.000 in Turkey. The prices are given as a full package.
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Cost comparison of Gastric Sleeve in Turkey vs The World
Country | Min. Price | Max. Price |
Turkey | €3,500 | €4,500 |
USA | €15,000 | €25,000 |
UK | €8,000 | €10,500 |
Europe | €9,000 | €15,000 |
Mexico | €4,500 | €8,000 |
Why is Gastric Sleeve More Affordable in Turkey?
Gastric sleeve is more affordable in Turkey for several reasons:
- Favorable Exchange Rates: The lower value of the Turkish lira against the Euro and Dollar makes the prices look more affordable while the service and the quality are the same.
- Competitive Market: The high level of competition in health tourism in Turkey prevents prices from going up.
- Government Support and Medical Tourism Initiatives: The government’s investments and incentives in health tourism allow clinics to provide quality and expert healthcare services at a more affordable price.
- All-Inclusive Packages: Arpanu Medical offers all-inclusive packages that not only cover the hospital fees (hospital stay, anesthesia, tests, and surgery) but also cover VIP transportation and hotel accommodation.
- Strategic Location: Turkey’s position as a bridge between Europe and Asia. It makes traveling to Turkey a lot easier, quicker, and more affordable.
Turkey Gastric Sleeve Package
Our gastric sleeve package in Turkey includes:
- Consultation
- Anesthesia, medical tests, surgery itself
- Nurse Care at the hospital and at the hotel
- Medicines
- Hospital Stay
- VIP Transportation
- Hotel Accommodation
Benefits of Gastric Sleeve
- Healthy Weight Loss: Gastric sleeve can help patients with obesity to gradually lose weight and significantly improve their quality of life.
- Improvement in Obesity-Related Conditions: Gastric sleeve surgery reduces the risk of obesity-related type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, sleep apnea, and heart disease.
- Enhanced Mobility and Physical Activity: With weight loss surgery, the patient regains their pre-obesity mobility, strength, and flexibility with a programmed recovery plan.
- Increased Life Expectancy: Longer life expectancy can be achieved through significant weight loss and improved health.
Gastric Sleeve Candidacy
There are certain criteria patients need to meet to get a gastric sleeve.
- Body Mass Index (BMI): The potential patient must have a BMI of 40 or above.
- Weight-Related Health Problems: Weight loss surgery is ideal for patients with obesity-related health problems. (High blood pressure, sleep apnea, diabetes, Osteoarthritis, and so on)
- Previous Weight Loss Efforts: Gastric sleeve is recommended for patients who have previously tried to lose weight without surgery and have not been able to lose the excess weight.
- Age: The appropriate age range for gastric bypass is 18-65 years. However, this age range can be extended depending on the patient’s specific conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it safe to undergo gastric sleeve surgery in Turkey?
With government high-standard inspections in healthcare tourism, Turkey is considered a safe place to get gastric sleeve surgery.
Make sure to ask about the quality of the tools used in surgery and a clean environment while consulting.
What should you do if you experience complications after heading back to your country?
Your doctor will give you a paper about the details in surgery. In case of an emergency, you can go to the ER with that paper, so your ER doctor can point out what kind of issues you are dealing with.
You can also contact your own doctor whenever necessary.
Will you need any other surgeries after gastric sleeve?
If you stick to your recovery plan, chances are you won’t need any additional bariatric procedures. To help reduce the risk of saggy skin, it’s a great idea to follow a balanced diet and an exercise routine. Working with a personal trainer who has experience in weight loss for people with morbid obesity can make a big difference, too.
But, if you still notice loose skin, there are lifting procedures available to help you feel more comfortable in your own body.
Are there risks associated with gastric sleeve surgery?
Any surgery done under general anesthesia does come with some risks, though they’re usually minimal. These can include infection, bleeding, blood clots, or even issues like staple line leakage. To keep these risks low, it’s important to choose an experienced surgeon who works in a well-maintained, clean hospital.
Your surgeon will run some tests beforehand to ensure you’re a good candidate for the procedure and that everything goes smoothly.
Will I need follow-up care after surgery in Turkey?
Yes, follow-up care is important to monitor your recovery and ensure successful weight loss.
Many clinics won’t require you to return to Turkey for your check-ups. Instead, you can have follow-up consultations with your surgeon through video calls. They’ll make sure you have clear, detailed guidelines for your ongoing care.
