Bariatric surgery in Antalya encompasses a range of procedures designed to aid in weight loss, including gastric sleeve, gastric balloon, and gastric bypass surgeries. Turkish hospitals and clinics have garnered international attention for their experienced bariatric surgeons, cutting-edge medical equipment, and patient-centered care. Antalya offers patients a more affordable alternative compared to countries like the US or the UK, without sacrificing the quality of care. Many Turkish clinics offer all-inclusive... +More

Bread, Rice, and Pasta - Because of the starchy nature of bread, rice, and pasta, after your surgery, they can form a paste in your throat that is hard to swallow without liquid. In some cases, they can block the stoma, the hole to the pouch that is your new stomach. Currently, bariatric surgery is the most effective treatment for severe obesity and its metabolic complications; however, 15–35% of the patients that undergo bariatric surgery do not reach their goal for weight loss Longer term risks and complications... +More

In addition, avoid the ancillary foods that can be even worse than the fast-food entrée itself. Sodas, french fries, other fried sides and even salad dressings can all contain tons of fat, sugar and ultimately calories Caffeine can be a stomach irritant, causing discomfort in the abdominal area which can, in turn, complicate early recovery after bariatric surgery. Caffeinated food and drinks can cause weight regain. Can you fly after gastric sleeve surgery? There is no reason why you should not fly as normal with... +More

Risks: Because gastric bypass is more complicated, it's riskier. Infection and blood clots are risks, as they are with most surgeries. Gastric bypass also makes hernias more likely, which may need further surgery to fix. Also, you may get gallstones because of the rapid weight loss.

Before undergoing bariatric surgery like RNY, patients are required to follow a pre-op diet to reduce liver size and fat around the stomach. This makes the surgery safer and easier for the surgeon to perform. The pre-op diet typically consists of high-protein, low-carbohydrate shakes, and liquids for 1-2 weeks before surgery. It’s an important step in preparing the body for surgery and ensuring optimal recovery post-op.