Magenband

Who Can Have Gastric Band?

To undergo Gastric band surgery, you must have met the following minimum conditions. 

• You have a BMI of 40 and above regardless of your health status
• BMI of between 35 and 40 with at least one severe obesity-related condition
• You have a BMI less than 35 without clinically relevant condition 
• If you have type 2 diabetes and or more obesity-related co-morbidities 
• You have shown an inability to achieve a healthy weight loss. 

Treatment Duration

Gastric band surgery is a laparoscopic procedure; the treatment duration will take 45 minutes to an hour.

Gastric Band Side Effects & Risks 

Like any other surgical procedure, gastric band side effects 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

What's The Recovery Time For Gastric Band Surgery?

After the surgery, you will spend the first night in the hospital under medical supervision to monitor your recovery. You will be under a strict fluids diet for the first few weeks, then slowly progress to soft food like puree before returning to solid food.

Your doctor will recommend you visit a dietitian to discuss your lifestyle changes to reach your weight loss goals. The diet plan will include an exercise plan and food choices you should make.

You will need to attend a follow-up appointment to adjust the band. It is common for the gastric band to be adjusted 4 - 6 times in the first year. You can expect to experience recovery and get back to your daily routine after two weeks.

Gastric Band Success Rate

On average, you can expect to lose 50% of your weight following gastric band surgery within the first two years.

Gastric Band Alternative Treatments

• Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (Non-invasive alternative)

How Does Gastric Band Surgery Work?

The surgeon places the band around the upper portion of the stomach and attaches a tube to the band. The tube is accessible through a port under the skin of the abdomen.

The surgeon injects a saline solution into the band to inflate it using this port. Adjustments can alter the degree of constriction around the stomach. The band creates a small stomach pouch above it, with the rest of the stomach below.

Having a smaller stomach pouch reduces the amount of food that the stomach can hold. The result is an increased feeling of fullness after eating a smaller amount of food.

What Gastric Band Involve?

We will plan and arrange the procedure to suit your preferences and needs and match you with the best gastric band surgeon available in Turkey. There are a few primary steps involved in this procedure. Here is what you can expect:

1. Final consultation with your specialist 

When you arrive at the clinic, you will have a face-to-face consultation with the specialist. During this session, you are expected to inform the surgeon about your medical record, allergies, and if you're currently taking any medication. The surgeon will discuss the treatment plan and best approach that fits your condition.

2. Examination before the surgery

After sharing with your surgeon your medical record, you must go through some medical tests. Afterward, you will discuss the procedure in detail. 

3. Anesthesia Stage

Planning anesthesia for gastric band surgery differs from one patient to another. The gastric band surgery anesthesia considers the psychological changes caused by obesity.

Besides, the pre-anesthetic approach depends on the nature of the anticipated procedure and anticipated recovery from surgery and anesthesia. 

4. During the Surgery

The procedure is minimally invasive, and it's performed through keyhole incisions. The surgeon makes between one and five minor surgical cuts in the abdomen. Surgery is carried out using a laparoscope, a long narrow tube with a camera. 

What Should I Expect After Gastric Band Treatment?

• You will need to spend one night at the hospital to monitor your recovery 
• For the first few weeks, you will be on a strict diet and allowed to eat only fluids. 
• From 4 - 6 weeks, you will be allowed to expand your food option to soft food, mostly pureed. 
• After the sixth week, you will progress to solid food. 
• You can return to work and daily routine within two days after the surgery. 
• Follow up with your doctor to track your recovery progress
• Follow up with your dietitian for your weight loss plan 

Things You Should Consider Before Gastric Band 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. 
• The patient should not eat from midnight before the day of the surgery. Most people can resume most normal activities within two days, but they may need to take a week's leave from work.

FAQ

What is the difference between lap band surgery and gastric bypass?

The main difference is that a gastric band is less invasive than a gastric bypass or gastric sleeve. The silicon band used in gastric band surgery can be removed at any point.

What are the criteria for gastric band surgery?

You have a BMI of 40 and above regardless of your health status. And a BMI of between 35 and 40 with at least one severe obesity-related condition.

What is gastric band weight loss surgery?

A gastric band is a weight loss surgery that constrains the stomach to reduce food intake. It is minimally invasive surgery to treat obesity compared to other weight loss options like gastric bypass and gastric sleeve surgery.

How much does Gastric Band surgery cost abroad?

The procedure will be more affordable abroad and cost less in popular medical tourism locations like Turkey. But some factors affect the cost of gastric band surgery abroad, like the location of the clinics, the surgeon's experience, and the technique used. 

 Learn more about Gastric Band in Turkey by comparing costs and reviewing the clinics and doctors.

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  I had a really successful procedure. They informed me every detail both before and after my procedure. Thank you veeery much to everyone on the team..
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  I was extremely skeptical to have such a procedure in another country. But these lovely people turned all my concerns into pleasure. Youre the best!
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  I'd like to thank these wonderful people for their physical and mental support. My doctor was excellent, and the operation went really well.
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  Ludita, Romania
  Jun 2022
  I had my bariatric surgery done here. During the whole process my Flymedi consultant Maria and Dr. HE Obesity Clinic staff was with me. They answered all of my questions and they took care of my treatment after the surgery, I am grateful for this. Thank you all !
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  How can I start? Since the day I booked till I came back, someone helped me with everything. When I received the offer from the clinic I liked it and I booked it. The clinic is extremely clean and Dr. Metin is a very experienced surgeon. Without a doubt, I would recommend him! Thank you for this life-changing journey.
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  I cannot find any fault the care and aftercare of Dr murat and his team show. They looked after me and were extremely helpful and reassuring from start to finish. Jimmy dr murat's assistant was so helpful and understood all of my questions and concerns. Thank you dr morat and the team, it is a start of my new life.
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  This hospital the nurse's surgeon and all the staff are amazing I have nothing but praise for the fantastic care I received before and after my operation it was a home from home everyone spoke English it was spotless clean if I had a question or neaded anything all I had to do was ask . The room I stayed in at the hospital was very comfortable had everything I needed. Ìf you are going to get bariatric surgery I highly recommend this place it was better than any hospital in Ireland or England.
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