Top Most Frequently Asked Questions about Gastric Sleeve

Today, you can read all about the most frequently asked questions about gastric sleeve and learn all you need to know.

Here, you will learn all about the most frequently asked questions about gastric sleeve as they were asked by our patients.

This series does not claim to be exhaustive, but is intended to help you find your way around more easily. If you have any further questions apart from the the most frequently asked questions about gastric sleeve, please contact MedClinincs. We will answer all your questions – of course with the help and support of our doctors and professors.

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Gastric sleeve is an operation in which 75% of the stomach is removed, including the starvation center. All that remains is a sleeve, which is where the name comes from …

It is a serious intervention for the body, which involves a fundamental change in diet after the operation.

Here you can read the most frequently asked questions about gastric sleeve that our patients ask us:

Please note that these questions and answers are in no way a substitute for an expert consultation with a professional doctor. Each case is individual and must be examined by a competent doctor. This article about the is only intended to help you find your way around …

Here you go … Dive in most frequently asked questions about gastric sleeve, that our patients asked us …

What requirements must I meet for the surgery?

Other than BMI, there are no specific requirements for the surgery.

How often is surgery canceled at short notice?

Surgery cancellations are very rare. If no serious health problems are found during the preoperative tests, and if no infection or illness develops at the last minute, the surgery will not be canceled.

If the surgery cannot take place, will I lose my travel expenses. Are there any preliminary examinations I can do in my home country to minimize this risk?

Unfortunately, there are no preliminary examinations you can do in your home country. This is because the hospital assesses each patient’s health status, age, chronic conditions, medications, etc., to determine the necessary tests.

The hospital does not rely on tests conducted elsewhere. For your safety, you will be re-evaluated in Turkey by the treating doctor and hospital.

Once you arrive, the following tests will be conducted before surgery: blood tests, full abdominal ultrasound, anesthesia consultation, nutritional counseling, endocrinology consultation, and a preoperative endoscopy by a gastroenterology specialist.

What medical documents should I bring?

You may bring discharge summaries (epicrises) from previous surgeries, chronic or infectious diseases, or other diagnoses.

You should also provide a list of medications you take regularly and bring them with you.

Are there any special preparations (e.g., stopping medications, dietary changes, etc.)?

You must inform your doctor about any medications you are taking. If necessary, certain medications like blood thinners may need to be stopped before surgery, but only under the doctor’s guidance.

If you miss to inform the doctor about your regular medications, the surgery may be postponed.

What are the costs if complications occur during or after surgery? How much should I expect to pay?

It is very rare for patients to stay longer than the recommended package. An additional hospital stay costs approximately €500 per day, depending on necessary tests, examinations, and treatments, as determined in consultation with the doctor.

Is aftercare included in the package? Does it include follow-up exams, nutritional counseling, or blood tests (e.g., vitamin and mineral levels, liver values, iron, B12, etc.)?

Yes, aftercare is included. Blood tests are conducted before and after surgery for monitoring purposes.

For one year after surgery, you can contact the hospital anytime with questions. Online consultations can also be arranged if needed.

Is there nutritional counseling on-site, and will I receive a detailed nutrition plan after surgery, or just general information for the first few weeks?

Yes, there is on-site nutritional counseling. You will receive comprehensive guidance on post-surgery nutrition. Initially, you will consume only liquids, followed by pureed food, and then solid foods.

The hospital will provide detailed instructions.

Are there any hidden costs, or does the fixed hospital price cover everything?

There are no hidden hospital costs. You have already been informed about the cost of post-surgery medications.

How much do the post-discharge medications cost if they are not included in the package?

The cost of post-discharge medications is approximately €250.

Is the €250 for medications a one-time payment, or might additional medications be needed?

There will be no additional costs.

Who provides the medications after surgery – do I get them directly from the hospital, or do I have to buy them from a pharmacy? If I need to buy them myself, where is the nearest pharmacy, and are the medications always in stock?

You will receive the medications directly from the hospital, so you won’t have to worry about purchasing them yourself.

However, you are free to buy them from a pharmacy if you prefer. Most patients find it more convenient to receive everything from the hospital.

What happens if I need to stay in the hospital longer than two days? Do you have the capacity to accommodate me longer?

Yes, of course. It is a fully equipped hospital.

What additional costs arise for each extra day in the hospital?

An extra hospital stay costs around €500 per day, depending on the required tests, examinations, and treatments, as determined in consultation with the doctor.

If I stay in the hospital longer, can I cancel my hotel reservation in time, or will I still have to pay for it?

Both the hotel and hospital are organized by the hospital, so you don’t have to worry about this.

Are all preoperative and follow-up examinations (blood tests, endoscopy, anesthesia check) included in the surgery package, or are there separate costs?

All preoperative examinations are included in the package, with no extra costs.

If I have severe pain or feel unwell after discharge, can I return to the hospital for a check-up, or would I have to pay extra?

If you feel unwell or experience severe pain after discharge, you can return to the hospital for a check-up during your stay in Istanbul without any additional charges.

On the first day after surgery, you may not feel much pain due to the effects of anesthesia, but discomfort may increase the following day. Since you will still be in the hospital at that time, pain can be managed effectively with medication provided by the doctor.

Can I pay by credit card, or is cash the only option?

You can pay by credit card or in cash.

Are all transfers (airport – hospital – hotel) included, or are there additional costs?

All transfers are included.

Are you our interpreter, or will someone else be responsible for translation?

The hospital will provide an interpreter. You will be accompanied by a translator during the whole process.

These were the most frequently asked questions about gastric sleeve.

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