Stomach injection in Türkiye

What is gastric injection?

Gastric botulinum toxin injections have been widely used in recent years. Botulinum toxin is injected into the fundus of the stomach using an endoscopy needle. Botox affects the striated stomach muscles, preventing their contractions; In this way the digestion of food in the stomach is slowed down. The stomach then takes longer to digest the food, so the feeling of satiety lasts for a longer period of time. The substance is mainly injected into the bottom of the stomach, which is the center of appetite, and thus stops the signals of the hormone “ghrelin”.

This procedure facilitates appetite control. In other words, the procedure reduces appetite and stimulates a feeling of fullness for a long time.

How is stomach injection done?

Botulinum toxin can be injected painlessly under a mild sedative effect in the endoscopy unit. The amount of botulinum toxin given to patients may vary between 500 to 1000 units. The process takes approximately 15 to 29 minutes. After the procedure is completed, patients are transferred to another ward and kept under observation for at least two hours. Patients can stay in the hospital until they feel well before going home.

Who is gastric injections for?

It is used for people who have failed to achieve satisfactory results during previous attempts at dieting, and those who need new motivations that may help them in dieting for weight loss. It is also performed for individuals who are slightly overweight with a body mass index above 25 kg/m2 or individuals who are already obese but do not prefer surgical interventions as they may receive injections easily in the stomach.

Any stomach diseases, including gastritis and ulcers, must be treated before gastric injections are performed. After and after the completion of the treatment, patients get injections of botulinum toxin.

How long is the effect of an injection into the stomach?

The effects of stomach injections begin about 72 hours after the operation and last for 4 to 6 months. At the end of this time period, the patient must be assured that the risk of impending disease has resolved before the patient reaches his ideal weight. Patients who do not have health problems and have succeeded in losing enough weight do not need to be given another injection. However, these patients are advised to comply with their diet and exercise plan.

This procedure can be repeated after 6 months in patients who are satisfied with the result achieved by gastric bypass treatment. The interval between injections may be prolonged if the patient is adequately complying with his diet, has had good performance during the previous six months and does not complain of consuming a lot of food during that period. In addition, there were no infectious defects associated with repeated injections. The procedure can be repeated 3 consecutive times with an interval of 6 months.

What are the advantages of stomach injections?

The main advantages of gastric injection include:

The non-invasive nature of the procedure.
The procedure spares patients the complications of surgery.
Immediate return to activities of daily living. No wound dressings are needed because the procedure does not involve any incisions or sutures. The recovery process is faster and more comfortable compared to other weight loss procedures.

What are the risks of stomach injections?

Although botulinum toxin is widely used in aesthetic medical practices, there are no known serious side effects of gastric injections. No significant adverse effects of stomach botulinum toxin injection have been reported in the scientific literature since this procedure is performed laparoscopically.

It is also forbidden to use injections of botulinum toxin stomach in patients who suffer from muscle diseases or hypersensitivity to the substance “botulinum toxin”.

Intragastric injection diet

Compliance with the diet is of crucial importance after gastric injection. Therefore, individuals who receive injections into the stomach should remember that the goal of the procedure is to facilitate dietary compliance. During this period of time, the nutritionist and the patient will establish a special diet that contains balanced amounts of carbohydrates, fats and protein, which will be suitable for the patient’s lifestyle and eating habits and will make it easier for him to achieve goals without feeling hungry.

Stomach injection cost in Türkiye

The price of this procedure in Türkiye is lower than other European countries, but the cost mainly depends on the amount of botulinum toxin that will be used during the treatment. This quantity varies from one patient to another, according to what the doctor deems appropriate.

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The medical team, consisting of specialized bariatric surgeons and nutritionists, combines efforts to provide the best medical solutions to get rid of obesity and other health problems associated with it.

Where you can get all the details and expected costs before actually traveling to Türkiye for treatment.

How can I book for gastric bypass surgery in Türkiye?

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Free consultation with a specialist doctor: Your medical representative will consult with a number of doctors and hospitals to find the best possible treatments.
Free travel visa arrangement: We will contact the embassy in your country to assist you in obtaining a visa to visit Türkiye.
Free itinerary planning: We will create a schedule for your medical trip to Türkiye.
Free translation of documents and reports: We will translate medical documents and reports into Turkish on your behalf.
Free support and monitoring: We will monitor the stages of treatment and be by your side every step of the way.
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