Obesity Surgery
An effective way of losing weight and resolving obesity-related health problems
Over the past decade, obesity surgery has been continuously refined to improve results and reduce risks. Weight loss surgery, also called obesity surgery or bariatric surgery, can be a very effective way of losing weight. These terms are used in order to reflect the impact of these operations on patients’ weight and the health of their metabolism (breakdown of food into energy). Obesity surgery can help achieving significant weight loss and resolve obesity-related health problems, such as type 2 diabetes, sleep apnea or hypertension. There are various surgical options based on restricting the amount of food you can consume, or reducing the ability to absorb nutrients, or a mixed-method of both. Obesity surgery can be a life-saving option for people with severe obesity, but at the same time it is a crucial procedure that poses certain risks and side effects. We perform an extensive evaluation with a multidisciplinary team of experts before initiating a obesity surgery to ensure that each patient receives the medical procedure that is right for him/her. For all your questions, you can contact us via https://regenesishealth.co.uk/contact-us/
There are various options for obesity surgery. Most preferred obesity surgeries today are Gastric Balloon, Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Gastric Bypass. For more information about obesity surgery methods, you can look at https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bariatric_surgery
Our services in obesity surgery department
Gastric Balloon
The Gastric Balloon is the non-surgical weight loss alternative for people who want an intense period of weight loss and who understand that they must keep to a sensible eating programme after the removal of their balloon. We design and place a gastric balloon in your stomach to induce weight loss. By the ballon partially filling your stomach, you will get less hungry and feel fuller quicker. The Gastric Balloon is a revolutionary and simple way to lose weight and change your relationship with food forever. Many patients have lost significant amount of weight working with a gastric balloon. You will be guided and supported by our professionally qualified team who will give you the dedicated individual care that you need to achieve significant weight loss.
Sleeve Gastrectomy (Gastric Sleeve)
The Gastric Sleeve is an ideal procedure for people who want a long-term surgical option but prefer not to have an implanted device. This is an exciting weight loss option combines many of the advantages of a gastric band with those of a gastric bypass. It works by removing a portion of the stomach to reduce its size by around 80%. The resulting decrease in capacity leads to substantial weight loss. Results of this operation may differ from person to person and will not be the same for everyone. A Sleeve Gastrectomy (or gastric sleeve) is an operation to reduce the size of the stomach. This is achieved by stapling the stomach along its length and removing the excess portion, leaving a long tube or sleeve. Although the shape of the stomach is drastically changed, it still continues functioning normally, albeit the quantity of food consumed will be considerably less. The gastric sleeve is an excellent choice of treatment if your BMI is over 35 and you have been able to lose weight in the past but have found it impossible to maintain that loss in the long term.
Overview & Itinerary
Procedure: | Gastric sleeve surgery - Sleeve gastrectomy |
Procedure time: | Compared to other weight loss surgery procedures, a sleeve gastrectomy is a relatively short and simple operation. It takes about 60 to 90 minutes. Your surgeon may still want you to stay in the hospital for one to two days afterward. This way, they can help manage your pain and any temporary side effects of surgery, such as nausea. |
Anaesthetic: | General |
Location: | The Surgery takes place in Antalya Turkey in our Private Hospital located in the heart of Antalya approximately 20 mins drive from Antalya International Airport. |
Total stay: | 5 nights totally, 3 nights hospital stay and 2 nights in hotel accommodation. |
Possible Risks: | All surgeries have some risk of complications. With sleeve gastrectomy, they occur in less than 5% of operations. Surgical complications include: ● Bleeding. ● Infection. ● Reactions to anaesthesia. ● Leaking from the staple line. |
Recovery time: | You should give yourself a good month before you expect to feel quite like yourself or return to work at full capacity. During the first 1-2 weeks, many people feel fatigued or tired as their bodies work to recover while adjusting to limited calories. In the early weeks, you’ll only be able to tolerate a liquid diet. Over time, you’ll gradually progress to a soft diet, and finally, solid foods. |
Expected results: | The average weight loss is 35% to 50 % of your body weight in the first one to two years. You might lose more or less, depending on the lifestyle habits you adopt after surgery. Some people also regain some weight, but the overall average weight loss of 35% to 40% of your body weight is consistent over five years. |
DAY 1: FLY TO ANTALYA, TURKEY.
When you arrive in Antalya Airport and have passed through security and passport control you make your way downstairs to the luggage hall to collect any luggage.
Once you have your luggage please head to the exit and make your way outside, along the left hand side you will see many greeters with signs, along the left towards the end will be our transfer driver who will be holding or standing next to a Regenesis Health Travel sign board, they will escort you to the VIP transfer vehicle.
Arrive at the hospital for check in where you will be greeted by one of our hospital patient care team members, you’ll need to have your passport to hand, once the check in process has been completed you’ll be shown to your very own private room which is equipped with bed for the patient, companion sofa bed, wardrobe, safe deposit box, Television, Ensuite bathroom facility fully air conditioned.
You’ll then go for a chest X-ray and ECG before returning to your room to have a cannula placed and getting settled for the night.
DAY 2: PRE OP TESTS AND SURGERY DAY
Starting at around 09:00 am you will begin the series of pre op tests, these are done in no particular order and you will be with our Patient Care staff throughout each test so that they can assist with translations where necessary.
The tests you will have are:
• Ultrasound of the Stomach and Lungs
• Breathing Test (Peak Flow)
• Psychology Consultation
• Dietician Consultation
• Endoscopy (this is the final test before surgery)
You will have a consultation with our dietician before and after your surgery, who will explain in detail your new lifestyle changes and eating habits post-operation. Once all tests are completed, if all is okay and the doctors are satisfied you are safe to undergo surgery you will go straight to the operating theatre for the surgery to begin.
DAY 3: REST DAY
This is your day for resting, during the course of the day you’ll be asked many times to get out of bed and move around as much as possible, walking and windmills with your arms are the best thing you can do to disperse the trapped wind you will have from the surgery, you’ll then get your first sips of water and protein shake which you’ll need to sip very slowly. The nursing team will periodically check the drain to ensure that there is no stomach acid present. Our Dietician will visit you to talk about and explain the new diet which you’ll be required to follow.
DAY 4: DISCHARGE TO THE HOTEL
Today you will be discharged from the Hospital, the doctor will come to the ward and will sign all of your paperwork and give your Fit To Fly document, you will then be given a package from us that contains a supply of Protein Shakes, Multivitamins, post surgery medications that you’ll need for the following days, our patient care team will explain everything to you.
Our Transfer Driver will arrive at the hospital in the afternoon and will assist you to the awaiting vehicle ready for transferring you to your hotel, once at the hotel you are able to rest and do as you wish, our team and your coordinator are able to be contacted at any time should you need any assistance or have any concerns.
DAY 5: REST DAY
This is your day to relax and spend as you wish.
DAY 6: FLY TO THE UK
Your time in Antalya has come to an end and you’ll be flying home today, you should have already been informed of your pick up time from the hotel to the airport, if not please contact your Coordinator who will be able to advise you of the scheduled pick up time, our drive will meet you in the reception of your hotel and will escort you to antalya airport.
Gastric Bypass
The gastric bypass is a more complicated procedure and involves the creation of a small pouch at the top of the stomach with staples. The remaining stomach stays in place. A section of the intestine is plumbed into this pouch so that the food bypasses the rest of the stomach and enters the intestine’s lower part. It is very effective for weight loss and may be the best option for diabetes and acid reflux. You can expect to lose 30 – 35% of your total body weight during treatment. We usually see an almost immediate resolution of type 2 diabetes, and high blood pressure is often improved as well. This works very well for patients with BMI over 35, as well as those with type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure.
Revision Surgery
Revision weight loss surgery is a surgical procedure that is performed on patients who have already undergone a weight loss procedure and have either had complications from the surgery or have not successfully achieved significant weight loss results from the initial surgery. Revision procedures are usually performed laparoscopically, though open surgery may be required sometimes if prior obesity surgery has resulted in extensive scarring. With the increase in the number of weight loss procedures performed every year, there are growing numbers of individuals who have experienced an unsatisfactory result from their procedure. If you have had previous surgery your choice of revisional surgery may be limited but certainly worth investigating.
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