Gastric sleeve is a surgery that aims to get rid of 75–80% of the stomach – leaving behind a sleeve portion or a banana-sized stomach. It can also refer to as Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy. Patients who go through this surgery feel full a lot faster than they used to before. As a result, this helps them lose a lot of weight. 

So, basically, it’s a weight loss surgery that is meant for people who have a body mass index (BMI) of at least 40. Having this surgery doesn’t mean that you should avoid exercising and dieting. 

The Benefits of having Gastric Sleeve Surgery are: 

• Improved quality of life
• You lose about 60-70% of your weight in a single year.
• It helps you avoid obesity-related health issues such as sleep apnea, diabetes, joint pain, etc.  
• Dramatically decrease the desire to eat
• Reduction in hunger sensation

• BMI = 40 or BMI = 35 with obesity-related conditions such as diabetes, asthma, high blood pressure, Reflux Disease, or Sleep Apnea
• At least 100 pounds above the estimated ideal weight
• Age 18 or older
• Tried non-surgical weight loss methods without success
• Committed to long-term lifestyle changes, including dietary, exercise, and medical requirements.

Your first consultation with the surgeon will be done online, and when you visit Luna clinic, you will have another face-to-face session with your surgeon.

Preparation for a Gastric Sleeve surgery involves dieting that lasts for only two weeks before your surgery date. Patients are required to adhere to this preparation guideline as it helps reduce calories. As you will be dieting, you will be required to have lean protein such as vegetables and low- or no-calorie fluids.

So, when you decide to have Gastric Sleeve Surgery, we will plan and customize the surgery according to your unique needs. But, at the same, we will also adhere to the best clinical practices at all times. 

Here is what you can expect during Gastric Sleeve Surgery:  

Medical Examination

Your surgeon will begin the surgery by doing medical examinations. It’s an important stage of the surgery as it helps the surgeon to know if you are really a suitable candidate for this surgery. 

Anesthesia

Once your surgeon confirms your suitability, he will then administer general anesthesia. The main purpose of doing that is to make you feel comfortable during the surgery.

 Procedure

Once the general anesthesia begins to take effect, your surgeon will then move on to use a stapling tool to create a small stomach “sleeve.” After doing this, your surgeon will then remove the rest of the stomach permanently. In some instances, your surgeon will have to place a tiny camera in your stomach to get a clear view of what’s inside the patient’s abdomen. To fit in the tiny camera, your surgeon will make two to five small incisions big enough to fit a small camera in the patient’s stomach.

You will need the best rest for a number of days after the surgery. This means that you will need a family member or a friend to escort you to Luna Clinic. Even at your home, you need someone who will help you around. Patients are also advised to abstain from lifting heavy stuff or doing any vigorous or physical activities. To recover quickly, you will also have to go for short walks from time to time. This will help your lungs, circulation, and speed recovery, and also essential to get rid of gas. It will take you between four to six weeks to return back to your regular activities. 

Most people stay in the hospital for 2-3 days after gastric sleeve surgery and return to normal activities within 3-5 weeks. This can also be considered as the healing time of incisions.

The cost of Gastric Sleeve in Turkey is cheaper than in most countries. Plus, you can expect to save 60% to 70% of the amount you would have spent in countries like the UK, the U.S, Canada, Australia, and Germany. For International patients, the Gastric Sleeve Surgery cost covers:

•  Consultation fee, medical examination 
• The surgeon’s fee
• Charges for the operation room
• All the routine medications used before, during, and after the procedure
• Routine laboratory examinations
• Post-surgery Laboratory examinations
• Regular Medical consumables & Implants
• Follow up

Gastric Sleeve Surgery in Istanbul is not a novel procedure. It might not be one of the most common procedures, but they are surgeons who focus on this surgery at Luna Clinic. In fact, our surgeons have been performing this surgery for a couple of years. Our surgeons also make Gastric Sleeve surgery safe and comfortable for the patient by using modern tools. 

Most foreign patients consider having treatment in Turkey because of the following reasons: 

• JCI-certified clinics
• Low prices 
• Advanced equipment 
• Internationally-accredited doctors  
• World-class clinics and hospitals 
• Patient-oriented clinics 
• Easy accessibility