Gastric band in Turkey

The modern diet of today's society has evolved to become more and more rich with sugar, gluten and acids that cause many problems health wise.
One of the biggest problems that are caused by this kind of diet is obesity, which in term can lead to bigger complications like high blood pressure, movement problems and in extreme conditions can be fatal.
Being obese can cause many people to lose confidence in them, selves, and their appearance which can affect both their social and professional life, it can also prevent you from doing the things you love and you favorite activities.
There are many solutions to batteling obesity like training or following a strict diet, however these solutions don't work for everyone and some people are unable to do them.
But not to worry, because modern science has created innovative solution to combat obesity and one of the best solutions is gastric band in Turkey.
Having gastric band in Turkey is one of the safest and guaranteed solutions to having the physical appearance you always dreamed of and can lead you to having a more healthy lifestyle that will keep you in shape and in good a physical condition.
Aram Clinic open's it's doors for you and invites you to come and have gastric band in Turkey.

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How much does gastric band in Turkey cost ?

Turkey is one of the most known destinations of earth when it comes to both normal tourism and medical tourism.
The country is rich is natural landscapes and culture which attract many people around the year.
It is also filled with some of the best medical and cosmetic clinics and hospitals in the world.
Aram Clinic is proud to be one of those clinics; this is because of our highly advanced facility and our very professional and skillful medical team that can perform a large variety of cosmetic surgeries like gastric band in Turkey.
Having the procedure may be expensive in most European countries, but with Aram Clinic you don't have to worry about the price when deciding to have gastric band in Turkey.
This is because the operation is done using our all-incisive deal that allows you to have gastric band in Turkey without worrying about the cost of your hotel room, transportation, medicine or the doctor's payment.
So what are you waiting for? With a clinic this advanced, a medical team ready to do everything to have the best results and a price that includes all your needs, it's easy to see why Aram Clinic is the leader in cosmetic surgeries in Turkey.

What is a gastric band?

The stomach gastric band is one of the most effective and common means for getting rid of obesity through surgery, The idea behind it is to connect the stomach with a ring or belt of flexible silicone material.
This method depends on the doctor's conclusion that the main reason for the obesity of the patient and their inability to lose weight is the widening of the stomach, the increase in its capacity for food, and the difficulty in feeling full.
Hence, the gastric band helps to overcome this problem by reducing the stomach's volume and capacity, as the doctor places it on the upper part of the stomach to create a small pocket that accommodates a reasonable amount of food, neither big nor small, which accelerates the feeling of being full and leads to limited eating and calculated quantities of food and thus Rapid weight loss.

Who are the best candidates for gastric band surgery ?

To undergo gastric band operation, you need to have a certain criteria. The surgery is mainly for people with a BMI greater than (35 or 30-35).
You must have comorbidities or medical conditions related to obesity like type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure or sleep apnea.
Gastric band is a solution for people who have tried losing weight with other traditional methods like sports and dieting but have failed to lose the weight they wanted to lose.

How is the gastric band operation performed ?

The gastric band procedure involves placing a soft silicone ring with an expandable balloon in the middle and around the upper part of the stomach.
This makes the stomach divided into two parts, with a much smaller upper part above the belt.
This allows for only a small portion of food fill the upper part of the stomach over time making you eat less, and after a meal, the food passes through an opening in the belt to the rest of the stomach, and digestion occurs naturally after gastric band surgery.
The band is connected to a subcutaneous injection port via a soft tube, allowing the band's tightness to be adjusted by inflating or deflating the balloon.
Adjustments can be made to the belt easily, and adding saline solution to the belt makes the opening between the two parts of the stomach smaller.

What are the results of gastric band ?

The results of gastric band are highly satisfactory. According to studies that included a large number of obese patients who underwent this operation, the first months after the gastric band operation are crucial and important months, and most people lose between 50% and 60% of their excess weight during this period.
It is important to note that this type of operation does not mean that you can eat freely in the quantities you want and lose weight over time. The main idea is to reduce the amount of food that the stomach can absorb, and therefore you will need to follow a balanced and well-calculated diet with your doctor and dietitian.

What are the eating changes after gastric band ?

You must be prepared to make major changes after gastric band surgery, your diet and overall lifestyle must be changed to more healthy habits.
You must have planned eating with healthy food choices, chewing carefully and not mixing solid and liquid food in a meal.
Keep in mind that not complying with these instructions or having bad eating habit will result in negative symptoms such as vomiting or reflux.
In addition to that, a comprehensive follow-up program including nutritional advice and often monthly visits for weighing and possible adjustments increases the chances of lasting success.
Regular exercise is also suggested for a healthy lifestyle and calculating the amount of calories you will consume through out the day.

What is the best diet after gastric band surgery ?

The diet should include all the essential nutrients for the body within the amount allowed to be eaten at each meal.
With that in mind the amount of food that will be consumed should be a small amount, about the size of the upper pocket above the belt of the stomach, and any excess amount may cause vomiting and nausea.
The food takes a longer time to be transported down to the lower part of the stomach and to the digestive system, this will allow you to feel full for a longer period of time and with a small amount of food.
In the first weeks after the operation, you need to rest and recuperate, and give your body and stomach the proper time to get acquainted with the new changes and to give your wounds the time to heal.

So during this period your diet will often consist of liquids like :

Milk.
Protein water.
Soup.
Fruit juices.
Soup broth.

After a couple of weeks, your stomach should be ready for a soft food diet that includes :

Soft breads and muffins.
Cooked vegetables.
Avocados.
Canned tuna or chicken.
Scrambled or soft-boiled eggs.
Sweet potatoes without skin.

After a month or two months, you will be ready to have a regular food diet, be sure to always check with your doctor and dietitian about any changes in your diet.

What are the risks and complications of gastric band?

It is natural that any surgery results in some defects and complications, and gastric band is no different, the procedure comes with some potential risks and complications, bear in mind that they are rare and very avoidable if you follow the doctor's instructions.
Some of the risks include the risk of bleeding during the operation or infection or inflammation, but all these problems can be easily avoided when visiting a guaranteed clinic like Aram Clinic and performing the operation at the hands of our medical staff who are highly reliable in its experience and competence.

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