Gastric Balloon in Turkey

What is a Gastric Balloon?

A gastric balloon is a minimally invasive bariatric surgery operation. The balloon is applied to reduce the volume of the stomach. Gastric balloon is also called intragastric balloon. The balloon placed in the stomach through an endoscope stops weight gain by making people feel full. Generally, gastric balloon is preferred by people with the onset of obesity. 

Who is Gastric Balloon Applied to?

The gastric balloon is applied to people with a body mass index (BMI) between 27 and 40 who undergo a general health screening. The gastric balloon is generally used for people with class III obesity and is preferred by those who want to lose weight without surgery. 

How Does a Gastric Balloon Work? 

Gastric balloon is an operation that takes approximately 30 minutes. Before the application, the patient is given a mild sedative. The sedative relaxes the patient and allows the procedure to be performed easily. The balloon is inserted into the stomach using an endoscope. With the surgical camera, the balloon is taken down the esophagus and delivered to the stomach. 

How is a Gastric Balloon Removed?

The gastric balloon is removed by the surgeon.  Before the application, patients are given sedatives to make them feel comfortable. In the procedure, which takes about 20 minutes, the deflated balloon is removed from the stomach through an endoscope. The surgeon can place a new balloon in the stomach in line with weight loss and desire. 

What are the Benefits of Gastric Balloon?

In addition to providing long-term weight loss and control in gastric balloon treatment, people gain healthy eating habits thanks to the diets applied. In general, the advantages and benefits of gastric balloon can be summarized as follows:

• 30% weight loss within 6 months 
• Weight control without surgical intervention 
• Safe and cost-effective implementation
  
  

How Much Weight Can be Lost with a Gastric Balloon?

With the gastric balloon, a weight loss of 10% to 30% of the current weight is experienced. The rate of weight loss is related to how much people adapt to the treatment. After the gastric balloon is inserted, people who follow the instructions of the specialist, eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly lose up to 30% weight. 

How Long Does an Intragastric Balloon Last?

The gastric balloon stays in the body for about 6 months. During 6 months, the gastric balloon allows the weight to be removed from the body in a controlled manner. Generally, the biggest weight loss occurs in the first 3 months after the balloon is inserted. The balloon is removed by the surgeon 6 months after it is placed in the stomach.

6 Month Gastric Balloon Results

By reducing the volume of the stomach, the gastric balloon restricts the amount of food that can be eaten and makes people feel full.  The balloon, which remains in the stomach for 6 months, helps to lose approximately 30% of the excess weight. 6 month gastric balloon results usually result in satisfaction. Patients who get rid of their excess weight are successful in maintaining their weight control with a regular diet and exercise program.

Is a Gastric Balloon Safe?

Gastric balloon is one of the most preferred treatments among weight loss methods because it is a safe method. Gastric balloon, which is part of the weight loss process, is a safe procedure when performed by a specialized surgeon. Since general anesthesia is not applied, there are no allergic reaction complications during the operation. 

Is It Risky to Have a Gastric Balloon?

Gastric ballooning is the safest and most common new medical procedure for weight loss. Therefore, it is not risky to have a gastric balloon at a high rate. However, to make gastric balloon treatment safe, it is important that the surgeon is qualified in this field. 

How Painful is a Gastric Balloon? 

A gastric balloon is not a painful or painful treatment. After a gastric balloon, which is an outpatient treatment, mild discomfort is felt for a few days. After the balloon adapts to the stomach, the discomfort disappears.

Gastric Balloon Side Effects

Since the gastric balloon is a minimally invasive operation, it does not have risky side effects. In general, gastric balloon side effects last up to 1 week. The main gastric balloon side effects and risks can be summarized as follows: 

• Abdominal pain,
• Sore throat
• Nausea
• Constipation
• Indigestion
• Hyperinflation,
• Deflation and
• Gastric ulcer is among the risks of gastric balloon. 
  
  

Gastric Balloon Before and After

Before the gastric balloon, a comprehensive preliminary interview is conducted with the specialist. The surgeon decides on the suitability of people for the gastric balloon according to routine health checks and the degree of obesity. Special gastric balloon treatment is planned in the presence of a gastroenterologist, psychologist and psychiatrist.

A detailed information about the whole procedure is provided before the gastric balloon is inserted. A clear liquid diet is requested from the patient to empty the stomach before the application. The patient is informed about the detailed diet program and the steps to be followed.

The gastric balloon is inserted between 20 and 30 minutes. After the procedure, patients can return to their daily lives after resting in the hospital for a few hours. Liquid diet and soft diet are applied for a while to allow the balloon to adapt to the stomach. During the recovery period, patients continue to stay in contact with healthcare teams. 

Gastric Balloon Cost

Gastric balloon prices range from 1000 to 7000 dollars. The main factor affecting the prices of gastric balloon, whose costs vary worldwide, is the country where the operation takes place. Turkey gastric balloon costs are more affordable than other countries.

Gastric Balloon Cost Turkey

Gastric balloon prices in Turkey are around 1500 dollars. Gastric balloon costs in Turkey vary depending on the nature of the operation, the type of balloon, additional services and the surgeon's expertise. You can contact us for detailed gastric balloon costs in Turkey.

Gastric Balloon Turkey All-Inclusive Packages

All-inclusive gastric balloon packages in Turkey facilitate the treatment processes of patients. All-inclusive gastric balloon packages that cover all transportation, accommodation, treatment and care of international patients are preferred by many people due to their affordable costs. In addition, gastric balloon packages in Turkey are customized according to the wishes of the people. It is also possible to get information about the reliability of the packages from the comments of people who have had a gastric balloon in Turkey. 

Gastric Balloon Turkey with Hop Health

Hop Health offers high quality to its customers who want to get a gastric balloon in Turkey. Personalized Turkey gastric balloon packages continue to be one of the favorite choices day by day with their affordable costs. You can also have a one-on-one consultation with your surgeon through the Hop Health app to get a gastric balloon in Turkey. You can contact us for gastric balloon in Turkey and gastric balloon prices in Turkey.