Hormonal and Physical Weight Loss Transformation
Understanding Gastric Sleeve
Sleeve gastrectomy is a permanent procedure that reduces the stomach’s capacity while significantly lowering ‘hunger hormones’ like ghrelin.
Your Consultation in Istanbul:
- BMI & Comorbidity Review: Assessing your weight-to-height ratio and related conditions like diabetes or sleep apnea.
- Ghrelin Hormone Education: Explaining how removing the stomach’s ‘greater curvature’ naturally reduces your appetite.
- Surgical Readiness: Pre-op blood tests, ECG, and chest X-rays to ensure you are fit for general anesthesia.
- Lifestyle Goal Setting: Mapping out your target weight and the dietary changes required for lifelong success.
| Factor | Assessment | Surgical Goal |
|---|---|---|
| Hunger Control | Ghrelin Reduction | 80% Gland Removal |
| Portion Size | Physical Restriction | Banana-Shaped Sleeve |
| Weight Target | Excess Weight Loss | 60-70% Reduction |
Laparoscopic Precision for Rapid Recovery
Surgical Excellence
Our bariatric surgeons utilize advanced laparoscopic (keyhole) techniques, ensuring minimal scarring and a faster return to daily activities.
The Surgical Process:
- Keyhole Access: Performing the entire surgery through 5 small incisions, typically less than 1cm each.
- Staple-Line Reinforcement: Using high-grade medical staplers and oversewing the edges to ensure a watertight, safe seal.
- Intraoperative Leak Test: Double-checking the new stomach sleeve with specialized dyes before finishing the procedure.
- Rapid Mobilization: Patients are encouraged to walk within 4–6 hours of surgery to prevent complications and speed up recovery.
| Procedure | Duration | Hospital Stay | Technique |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gastric Sleeve | 1-1.5 Hours | 2-3 Nights | Laparoscopic |
| Robotic Sleeve | 1.5-2 Hours | 2-3 Nights | Robotic-Assisted |
| SILS Sleeve | 1.5 Hours | 2 Nights | Single-Incision |
4-Phase Recovery and Long-Term Success
Post-Surgical Nutrition
Success in bariatric surgery is 50% surgical precision and 50% nutritional discipline. Our team guides you through the critical first month of eating.
Dietary Milestones:
- Phase 1 (Clear Liquids): The first week focused on hydration and allowing the staple line to rest and heal.
- Phase 2 (Full Liquids): Introducing protein shakes to ensure muscle mass is protected during rapid weight loss.
- Phase 3 (Pureed Foods): Soft textures to transition the stomach back to ‘regular’ food processing.
- Lifelong Vitamins: Supplementing B12, Iron, and Calcium as your smaller stomach absorbs nutrients differently.
BB Global Health provides lifetime dietitian access and a personalized nutritional roadmap for every patient.