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By Abdulaziz Ali - Medically reviewed by Prof. Cuneyt Kayaalp, on Aug 25, 2023

Diabetes Surgery Recovery Time

Laparoscopic Diabetes surgery procedures result in a shorter recovery time. You may remain in the hospital for 2 to 3 days, returning to normal activities in 3 to 5 weeks.

If the Surgery involves a larger cut, your healing process will likely take longer. Follow the nutrition guidelines given to you by the nutritionist to ensure a faster recovery time. 

How Is Diabetes Surgery Performed? 

Diabetes surgery can take two different approaches. The initial one is a gastric sleeve, and the second is a gastric bypass.

Gastric sleeve: The surgeon removes part of your stomach and creates a new tube-shaped stomach or "sleeve." The procedure reduces the size of your stomach and restricts the amount of food you can eat at one time. 

Gastric bypass: The surgeon makes a small pouch that bypasses the stomach and attaches it to the further end of your small intestine. The procedure results in reducing the number of calories your body will absorb. 

Diabetes Surgery Complications

All surgical procedures carry some risks and side effects. The risks associated with diabetes surgery include: 

  • Acid reflux

  • Anesthesia-related risks

  • Chronic nausea and vomiting 

  • Dilation of esophagus

  • Inability to eat certain foods

  • Infection

  • Obstruction of stomach 

  • Weight gain or failure to lose weight

Diabetes Surgery Success Rate

Diabetes surgery or Metabolic Surgery is the most effective diabetes treatment and may result in stopping taking medications. 

Nearly 78 percent of patients who undergo the surgery experience lower blood levels, take fewer diabetes medications and see an improvement in diabetes-related health issues. 

Medics have advanced diabetes surgery, and it is among the best-studied therapies in modern medicine. 

How To Prepare For Stomach Reduction Surgery  

  • A week before the procedure, you should stop taking Aspirin and any other medication that causes blood thinning.

  • If you are allergic to any drugs, you should inform your surgeon as soon as possible.

  • Avoid smoking before the surgery.

  • Consuming any alcoholic beverages can affect anesthesia. So it would be best if you did not take in anything alcoholic before surgery.

  • Follow your doctor-prescribed medication that adjusts your current medicines. 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is weight loss surgery in Turkey safe?

Yes, weight loss surgeries are safe in Turkey because surgeons are highly experienced with years of practice. Their clinics are accredited by renowned institutions like Joint Commission International JCI or International Organization for Standardization ISO.

Why is weight loss surgery so cheap in Turkey?

Weight loss surgeries are cheap in Turkey because the living cost and labor costs are inexpensive compared to the UK or the USA.

How long does a gastric sleeve last?

Gastric Sleeve surgery is effective six years after the initial surgery. During this period, you can expect to lose 60% of your body weight.