What is Laparoscopic Tube (Gastric Sleeve) Stomach Surgery?

• Laparoscopic (closed) tube gastrectomy surgery is a very popular, successful and safe bariatric surgery in which the large fundus part of the stomach is removed and left in the form of a “narrow tube” with a minimally invasive technique under general anesthesia.

• It is an irreversible permanent process.

Laparoscopic Gastric Sleeve Surgery can be applied to whom?

• The age range of this surgery is 16 - 79. It can be applied to individuals with a body mass index of 35 and above.

• This surgery can be recommended for Type 2 diabetes patients who have a body mass index of 30 and whose blood sugar cannot be controlled with medical treatments.

What are the Advantages of Laparoscopic Gastric Sleeve Surgery?

• Since the use of the minimally invasive method significantly reduces the risk of infection and bleeding (0.1-0.5%), it speeds up your recovery after the procedure and shortens your hospital stay. In this surgery, which is performed with the laparoscopic method, there are no obvious scars on the skin as the small incisions are closed with aesthetic sutures.

• Since the muscles are not damaged with this procedure, minimal pain or ache can be felt, and you can spend the postoperative period comfortably with appropriate painkillers.

• Since the main purpose of this procedure is to reduce the volume of the stomach, you will quickly experience a feeling of fullness. You will have an effective and permanent weight loss because you are full with one-fourth of your normal diet and take fewer calories to your body.

• As you lose weight, you will switch to a more active lifestyle as you will feel more energetic. Thus, it helps you to have a stronger body structure and to reach an ideal body shape.

• With this process, you do not face the problem of feeling extremely hungry and you will not eat more than you need, as the hormone (graline) that stimulates hunger in the stomach is removed from the area where it is produced. Thus, both a hormonal and a mechanical effect are achieved.

• Since the entrance and exit parts of the stomach are protected in this process, you will return to your normal functions in a shorter time. Since the natural structure of the digestive system is preserved, the risk of complications after surgery is very low. Vitamin and mineral deficiencies are less common.

• The absence of dumping syndrome with this method can be counted among its advantages.

• After this procedure, many problems brought about by obesity such as joint and knee pain, leg varicose veins, sleep apnea, reflux, type 2 diabetes, polycystic ovary syndrome, coronary heart disease, hypertension and paralysis resolve spontaneously.

• With the physical and mental well-being of losing weight, your quality of life increases, thus helping you regain your health.

What Should Be Considered After Laparoscopic Gastric Sleeve Surgery?

• Your hospital stay is usually 1-3 days, and all your vital signs are closely monitored by the health personnel during this period.

• You will be mobilized by nurses to reduce the risk of embolism (blood clotting) on the evening of the procedure.

• Before starting oral feeding, the condition of your stomach is checked with x-rays.

• It takes 6-8 weeks for your surgery area to fully heal and you should not force yourself physically during this process.

• The first control is recommended for the first 15 days after the surgery, and the second control is recommended at the end of the first month. If you have any problems before, you should contact your doctor immediately and report your situation.

• Your nutrition after stomach reduction surgery is of great importance. It is recommended to eat only liquid foods for the first two weeks, to consume puree and only soft foods for the next two weeks, and to switch to solid foods at the end of a month.

• Foods rich in protein, low in fat and calories should be prepared, and foods should be consumed little by little and at frequent intervals. You should avoid acidic, spicy, bitter and sour foods, pastries, sweets, fatty meats, fatty milk, excessive salt, coffee, alcohol, raw vegetables, extremely cold and hot foods.

• Meals should be eaten slowly and chewed thoroughly.

• Do not neglect water consumption. However, liquids should not be consumed during meals. Liquids should be consumed 30 minutes before and after meals.

• It may be recommended to take daily multi-vitamin support for the first 2-3 months.

• Weight loss rate may vary according to the secondary diseases and metabolic rate of the person. Ideally, you are expected to lose 30 pounds-13.6 kg in the first month, 15-18 kg in the next 3 months, 50% at the end of 6 months, and at least 70% within 2 years.

• You can start a normal exercise routine within 4 weeks. Exercises can be increased as the body gets used to it. If you do not spread the diet and exercise recommended to you throughout your life, you may encounter the problem of gaining weight again in the future.

• Pregnancy is not recommended for weight control within 1 year after the procedure.

Cost of Laparoscopic Gastric Sleeve Surgery?

• İzmir, Turkey Gastric sleeve surgery prices may vary depending on the patient's condition and degree of obesity. First, a detailed inspection must be made and then the price must be determined.

• If you want to have sleeve gastrectomy surgery, you can contact us immediately and get detailed information about the procedure.