Non-Surgical Weight Loss with Gastric Balloon in Turkey

Discover the gastric balloon in Turkey for non-surgical weight loss. Placement duration, indications, expected effects and support throughout treatment.

Gastric Balloon Basic Information:

Procedure Time: 30 Minutes
Time to Return to Normal Life: 7 Days
Hospital Stay Duration: 0 Nights
Full Recovery Time: 3 - 6 Months
Mobility Time: 7 Days
Expected Results: 6 - 12 Months

What is Gastric Balloon?

The gastric balloon reduces the capacity of your stomach, allowing you to eat less and increasing your feeling of fullness sooner. With this method, your food intake decreases naturally. Patient safety and comfort are our top priorities at Kanalar Health Tourism.

Who are Good Candidates for Gastric Balloon?

This procedure is ideal for individuals who have been unable to lose weight with diet and exercise and do not want surgical intervention. Gastric balloon offers the most effective results when combined with healthy lifestyle changes.

Benefits of Gastric Balloon

Gastric balloon can help reduce obesity-related health problems such as diabetes and hypertension. This non-surgical method speeds up the recovery process and minimizes the risks associated with surgery.

Gastric Balloon: What to Expect?

The gastric balloon procedure usually takes 30 minutes and the patient can return to their normal life on the same day. Mild discomfort may be felt in the first few days, but this is usually temporary.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Gastric Balloon

The gastric balloon placement procedure usually takes 20 to 30 minutes. The procedure is performed endoscopically while the patient is under sedation. During this procedure, a soft silicone balloon is inserted into the stomach through the mouth and then filled with saline solution.

Since the gastric balloon procedure is usually performed under sedation, patients do not feel pain during the procedure. After the procedure, some patients may experience mild stomach discomfort, nausea, or vomiting. These side effects usually subside within a few days.

Patients usually start to lose weight within the first few weeks after the gastric balloon is placed. Maximum weight loss is usually seen during the six months that the balloon remains in the stomach and should be supported by diet and lifestyle changes during this time.

The most common side effects include nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and bloating. These effects are mostly temporary and subside within a few days. In very rare cases, the gastric balloon can damage the stomach wall or slip into the stomach.

The weight loss process after the gastric balloon is removed depends on the individual's continued adherence to their diet and exercise habits. Healthcare professionals provide guidance and support to maintain healthy lifestyle changes even after the balloon is removed.

Scheduling a consultation through Kanalar Health Tourism is quite simple. You can contact us or call us directly to make an appointment by visiting our website. Our friendly team will be happy to help you find a suitable time.