A gastric balloon is a non-surgical weight-loss option where a silicone balloon is inserted into the stomach and inflated. It takes up space, helping patients feel fuller sooner and eat less. The balloon is temporary and is removed after 6-12 months, during which patients must follow a strict diet and exercise regimen to ensure lasting weight loss.

For the first 3 to 6 weeks, you'll probably feel tired a lot of the time. This is because your body is using a lot of energy to heal itself. By 6 weeks, you should be able to do most of your normal activities and by 3 months you're likely to be fully recovered.

Because you will be in Turkey for about a week for gastric sleeve surgery, it would be beneficial to travel with a friend or relative who will support you and assist you in the care process.

Roux-en-Y bypass is another term for the RNY procedure. This surgery helps patients lose weight by creating a small pouch from the stomach and connecting it directly to the small intestine, bypassing a portion of the digestive tract. The result is a reduced ability to absorb calories and nutrients. Patients who undergo RNY experience rapid weight loss, but it also requires them to make permanent changes to their diet and lifestyle to avoid complications like dumping syndrome, where food moves too quickly from the... +More

The Allurion swallowable gastric balloon, which doesn’t require surgery or endoscopy, is a breakthrough weight-loss solution available in Turkey. Many international patients have chosen this option due to its convenience and minimal invasiveness. Reviews highlight the ease of the procedure—patients swallow the balloon in capsule form, and it inflates in the stomach, leading to gradual weight loss. Most patients report a positive experience, citing Turkey’s state-of-the-art medical facilities and the attention to... +More