In cases where diet and exercise alone does not result in weight loss and when there are health problems caused by weight, a bariatric treatment method is applied.

**First of all, BMI is calculated with the person’s height and weight information. If the person doesn’t have any health problems, the treatment method is offered according to the BMI result.

Bariatric Treatment Methods

Stomach Care

It is a 4-6 month treatment method based on the injection of care into specific areas of the stomach. The goal of this method is to cause the patient to lose appetite by limiting the contraction of the stomach muscles.

BMI range required: 20-25

Weight loss expected: 5-10 kg

Duration of operation: 15-30 minutes.

Method of Anesthesia: Sedation (light anesthesia)

Recovery Time: 1 day

Accommodation time: The patient is discharged within 4-6 hours after the operation.

*On request, a one-night stay.

Gastric Balloon

The laparoscopic procedure entails introducing a precisely protected and anti-hunger balloon of a certain size into the patient’s stomach in order to weaken the patient. The gastric balloon might last anywhere from 6 months to a year, depending on the therapeutic method employed.

• Gastric Balloon 

One year after it is placed in the stomach, it should be removed from the patient’s stomach by a laparoscopic method.

BMI range required: 25-33

Weight loss expected: 13-25 kg

Duration of operation: 30-45 minutes.

Method of Anesthesia: Local or General Anesthesia

Recovery Time: 2 days

Length of stay: 2 nights, 3 days

• Swallowable Gastric Balloon

It is naturally excreted from the body 6–9 months after it is placed in the stomach.

BMI range required: 25-33

Weight loss expected: 13-25 kg

Duration of operation: 30-45 minutes.

Method of Anesthesia: Local or General Anesthesia

Recovery Time: 2 days

Length of stay: 2 nights, 3 days

Gastric Sleeve/ Mini Gastric Sleeve

The stomach is reduced by the uptake of 40–80% of the stomach. The stomach is made smaller by turning it into a thin tube. Thus, the person’s rate of eating is restricted. 

BMI range required: 33-43

Weight loss expected: 40-60 kg

Duration of Operation: 3 Hours

Method of Anesthesia: General Anesthesia

Recovery Time: 7-15 days

Length of stay: 5 nights, 6 days

Gastric Bypass/Mini Gastric Bypass

A large part of the stomach is removed, and the remaining part is connected to the intestine. Thus, by speeding up the digestive system, it is ensured that the person loses weight.

BMI range required: 43+

Weight loss expected: 60% of current weight

Duration of operation: 3 Hours

Method of Anesthesia: General Anesthesia

Recovery Time: 15-30 days

Length of stay: 6 nights, 7 days

BARIATRIC SURGERY FAQ

• What should my diet be like after the operation?

It may vary according to the treatment method suitable for you. The nutrition plan prepared by our doctor and dietitian after the treatment will be sent to you by the Patient Consultant.

• How many hours does the operation take?

The operation can generally take between 30 minutes and 3 hours. It varies according to the treatment method.

• How many nights will I stay in the hospital?

According to the treatment package chosen by the patient, only hospital accommodation or hospital and hotel accommodation can be made. Accommodation varies from 1 to 7 days depending on the treatment method.

• Can my companion stay with me?

Your companion can stay with you in the hospital and hotel during all procedures. The accompanying fee is included in the prices given.

• How long is the recovery time?

It can vary between 1 and 30 days depending on the treatment method.

• How is the post-operative process going?

After the operation, our nurses will check you every 15 minutes and our doctors will inspect you at least three times a day. Before your treatment process is completed, your final checks will be made, and we will send you off to your country.

• How soon after the operation can I stand up?

After your operation, you will stand up in a controlled manner, accompanied by our nurses, according to the treatment method.

• Can I eat after the operation?

Depending on your treatment method, the time it takes to start eating after treatment varies. In general, in operations with surgical intervention such as gastric sleeve and gastric bypass, you need to feed liquid and puree for the first 15 to 20 days. A detailed diet program will be prepared for you by our private dietitian.

• Will I need to visit my doctor again soon after the operation?

During the postoperative period, our patient consultants will set up an online appointment for you with the doctor and his assistant and follow up on your situation. Apart from this, you will be able to contact our patient consultants 24/7 at any time for one year.

• When do the scars from the surgery go away?

Since bariatric surgeries are performed with the laparoscopic method, you will not have a visible scar that bothers you.

• How soon and how much weight can I lose after the operation?

You can lose weight within six months to one year after the treatment process. This process is entirely dependent on the patient and may vary. Depending on the treatment method to be applied to the patient, you can lose 10% to 60% of your current weight.

• Will I put on weight again after the operation?

That is entirely reliant on the patient adhering to the diet list provided by our dietitian. It varies depending on your existing health and eating and drinking habits.

Our Services

Transfer Service

Welcome and farewell from the airport with a VIP vehicle.

Airport -> Hospital

Hospital -> Airport

Hospital -> Hotel

Hotel -> Airport

*Transfer of countries bordering Turkey can also be provided through the border gate.

Accommodation Service

Transactions at private and public hospitals in the luxury of a five-star hotel

5-Star Hotel

Accommodation in a private suite (hospitalization)

Expert Doctors

Treatment/surgery with expert, accredited, and professorial doctors in the field.

Interpreter Service

Personal interpreter/translator to help you speak with doctors and nurses.

Services in the Hospital

All Inspections

↘️ Dietitian Examination

↘️ Anesthesia Examination

↘️ General Surgeon Examination

Tests + Analysis

↘️ Blood Tests

↘️Urine Tests

↘️ Lower-Upper Abdominal Ultrasound

↘️ Endoscopy (In the Operating Room with General Anesthesia)

*Basic medical supplies

*A free PCR test (optional) and final examinations, tests on return to your country.

Companion Services

One companion accommodation during the treatment period

Private bed for companion + three free meals

Services Following Treatment

*24/7 doctor control after treatment

*24/7 patient consultant follow-up after treatment

*Patient control at 15-minute intervals after the operation

*Free online inspection within 7-15 days of your return

*A personalized diet plan following the operation

*Dietitian follow-up until you drop to the desired weight

*Eterna Health Group follow-up for one year

*Doctor follow-up for one year

*All the above information is general. This information varies from patient to patient.

*In case of any complications, tests and stays to be made are subject to an extra fee.

*The recovery periods mentioned above vary from person to person but include the period after the patient returns to their country.