Swallowable Gastric Balloon in Turkey

Obesity is the disease of the century. Evolution and the internet have made it easier for people to communicate, work, and even shop online. So, while you are just sitting in your chair at home, everything comes to you. This factor, in addition to other factors (genetic, physiological, and environmental), has led our bodies to acquire more body fat that is difficult to get rid of. Recently, a capsule has been launched as the latest solution for obesity. What is this capsule, and how does it work? 

If you are interested in learning more about this new treatment, please continue reading.

Swallowable Gastric Balloon in Turkey

The Allurion gastric balloon in Turkey is an American invention presented as a small capsule that contains a balloon inside. The Gastric balloon is attached to a small tube (long enough to reach the stomach). It is swallowable, easy to place in the stomach, and takes only about 20 minutes.

 

The purpose of the swallowable gastric balloon in Turkey

The main purpose of the gastric pill is to fill the stomach with an inflated balloon to reduce the feeling of hunger and raise the sensation of fullness with just a small amount of food.

 

Preparations before the swallowable gastric balloon procedure 

After setting an appointment for the swallowable gastric capsule procedure, the patient is required to fast for no less than 8 hours before the procedure.

 

 

How is the swallowable gastric balloon procedure in Turkey performed?

The whole process takes about 20 minutes. It is performed using the following steps:

1. The patient is seated comfortably on a chair.
2. Then, he is given water to drink.
3. Then, the doctor inserts the pill through the mouth while explaining how to swallow it to help shove it down the throat. 
4. Along with drinking water, which is an essential process for capsule swallowing, the tube attached to the capsule is pushed downward by the doctor to help place the pill in the right place. 
5. Once the procedure is done, the technician will take an X-ray to make sure the pill is in the right spot.
6. After the X-ray, the doctor begins to fill the balloon with liquid.
7. After the inflation, a second X-ray will be taken to make sure everything is great.
8. Finally, the tube is pulled out and removed.
9. The progress is monitored using a digital watch and digital body fat composition scales. 

Inside the stomach, the external cover of the capsule will decay, and the balloon will be inflated with 550 ml of liquid. Within 4 months, the release valve, which is a white circle in the balloon, will dissolve. Then, the balloon will be empty of liquid, and it will get out of the body naturally through the digestive system. In these 4 months, if the patient is committed to the diet and the doctor’s instructions, he or she will lose about 15 kg of weight.

 

After the swallowable gastric pill procedure in Turkey

The patient is going to follow a diet given by the doctor as follows:

• In the first 3 days, drink liquids in small sips.
• From days 4 to 10, you can add soups.
• From days 11 to 20, you can start eating mashed and soft foods.
• From days 20 to 30, you are allowed to eat boiled food.
• After the passage of one month, you can resume eating regular food.

 

Allurion gastric capsule features in Turkey

• The capsule is completely safe.
• It does not require anesthesia or an endoscopy.
• It's a non-surgical procedure that depends on the natural body system. It is naturally swallowed to be placed in the stomach, and it is naturally excreted outside the body with stool.
• Its side effects are not risky (disturbance, nausea, and heartburn).

 

What is the difference between the swallowable gastric balloon and other types?

Gastric balloons are used to lose weight and reduce the size of the stomach. There are several types of gastric balloons available in Istanbul, and the appropriate type is chosen when visiting Medicsey Center and consulting the most skilled doctors. Here are the types of gastric balloons in Istanbul and their features: 

Types of gastric balloon	Features
Orbera	Made of silicone and inserted into the stomach through an endoscopic operation, the balloon is filled with saline.
Medsil	Much like an Orbera balloon, but less expensive. It can remain in the stomach for up to 6 months before being removed.
Elipse	Made of polyurethane and swallowed up to the stomach.
Spatz	It can be adjusted after the operation according to the patient's weight and stomach size.
Reshape	It is known as a binary balloon, where if one leaks in one of them, the other stays in place to keep the stomach full.

 

Swallowable gastric balloon prices in Turkey

Turkey is considered one of the first countries to get capsule permission to use them. In addition, Turkey and medicine have always been related due to their wide fame in terms of medical surgeries. People come from near and far to undergo medical procedures in Turkey, seeking proficiency in doctors and affordable costs. 

The Allurion gastric balloon cost in Turkey is about 2000 pounds. 

The Elipse gastric balloon price in Turkey includes the treatment along with a health watch and a digital body fat composition scale. 

 

 

 

Are there any severe risks after an elipse gastric balloon in Turkey?

Some side effects accompany the swallowable gastric capsule, such as:

• Stomach pain.
• Heartburn and gasses.
• Nausea and vomiting.

Usually, there aren’t any severe risks associated with using the swallowable gastric capsule in Turkey. However, in some rare cases, the balloon would explode. To avoid risks, one must go to a proficient doctor with successful previous experience.

 

Who are the candidates for the Elipse gastric balloon in Turkey?

The swallowable gastric capsule in Turkey is made for people who are in the first and second degrees of obesity. By that, I mean people who have an excess weight of around 15–40 kg.

It applies to people whose ages range between 18 and 70 and who have never undergone gastric surgery before.

 

Who are not candidates for swallowable gastric balloons in Turkey?

There are certain cases in which the gastric capsule is unsuitable, such as:

• People who have a gastric ulcer.
• Overly obese people.
• People with binge-eating habits.
• People who have a previous record of gastric surgeries.

 

What is a swallowable gastric capsule in Turkey made of?

A swallowable gastric capsule is made of safe medical substances that do not interact with the body. It is designed to be safely placed in the gastric system and safely ejected throughout the digestive system after 4 months.

 

What kind of liquids are filled in a swallowable gastric balloon in Turkey?

The capsule is filled with saline solutions and citric acid, which are added in measured proportions.

 

Is the swallowable gastric balloon in Turkey enough on its own to lose weight?

The capsule is not enough on its own; it is rather a helping factor along with other factors, such as:

• It’s very important to follow the prescribed diet and reduce your food intake.
• It is also essential to drink enough water.
• Play sports regularly.
• Reduce sugar intake to the minimum amount.
• Refrain from smoking before meals to avoid disturbances in the stomach.
• Do not lie down instantly after eating.

Both methods work on reducing the size of your stomach. However, gastrectomy is a painful permanent surgical procedure, while swallowable gastric capsule procedures in Turkey are non-surgical, temporary, and pain-free. In addition, it can simply be done in a clinic. 

 

How is a swallowable gastric balloon in Turkey different from a gastric balloon?

Different types of gastric balloons and swallowable gastric capsules in Turkey are similar in the idea of placing a balloon in the stomach. However, a gastric balloon requires gastroscopy and anesthesia, while a swallowable gastric capsule in Turkey is like an oral pill. It is easily swallowed with water.

 

Medicsey in Turkey

Medicsey will provide you with all the information you need about swallowable gastric balloons in Turkey. It will also prepare your treatment journey with the latest medical equipment, not to mention the reasonable costs that suit people with average incomes. Simply reach out to  Medicsey website and share your flight details. We'll handle the rest. Medicsey will take care of everything else, starting with the airport pick-up, hotel reservations, transportation, medical treatment, and ending with airport drop-off. It’s not over yet; we also provide an online follow-up after the procedure to make sure our patient gets the best results possible.

 At the end of our article, we will have learned about the swallowable gastric balloon in Turkey.
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