Gastric Sleeve Surgery: A Permanent Solution for Long-Term Weight Loss
Category: Bariatric Surgery | Paradisee Clinic, Istanbul | Reading time: 6 min
What Is Gastric Sleeve Surgery?
Gastric sleeve surgery, also known as sleeve gastrectomy, is one of the most effective and commonly performed weight loss procedures in the world. During the procedure, approximately 75–80% of the stomach is removed, creating a smaller, sleeve-shaped stomach roughly the size of a banana. This dramatically reduces the amount of food you can eat at one time and significantly decreases hunger-regulating hormones, particularly ghrelin.
Who Is a Candidate for Gastric Sleeve Surgery?
Gastric sleeve surgery is typically recommended for adults with a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 35 or higher, or a BMI of 30+ with obesity-related health conditions such as type 2 diabetes, hypertension, sleep apnea, or high cholesterol. Ideal candidates have tried other weight loss methods without long-term success and are committed to making lasting lifestyle changes.
The Procedure: What to Expect
The surgery is performed laparoscopically (minimally invasive) under general anesthesia and typically takes 60 to 90 minutes. Patients usually stay in hospital for 2 to 3 days. At Paradisee Clinic, the entire process — from pre-operative evaluations to post-operative care and nutrition counseling — is managed by our dedicated bariatric team.
Expected Weight Loss Results
Most patients lose between 60–70% of their excess body weight within the first 12 to 18 months after gastric sleeve surgery. Many experience significant improvements in obesity-related health conditions — and some patients see complete remission of type 2 diabetes.
Diet and Lifestyle After Gastric Sleeve
Following surgery, patients progress through a carefully structured diet: liquids for the first two weeks, pureed foods for weeks 3–4, and soft foods by week 5 before transitioning to a regular but reduced-portion diet. Lifelong commitment to a balanced diet, regular exercise, and vitamin supplementation is essential for long-term success.
Why Istanbul and Paradisee Clinic?
Turkey has become one of the world’s leading destinations for bariatric surgery, combining world-class medical expertise with significantly lower costs than Western Europe or the USA. At Paradisee Clinic, our bariatric surgeons are internationally certified and perform gastric sleeve surgery with exceptional safety records. Our all-inclusive packages include pre-op tests, surgery, hospital stay, hotel accommodation, airport transfers, and aftercare support.