The essentials
What is gastric sleeve?
The operation is usually laparoscopic and is used for selected people with obesity after multidisciplinary assessment. It is not reversible, and the decision should consider reflux, eating patterns, medicines, mental health and alternatives.
What it may aim to do
- Support clinically meaningful weight loss
- Improve selected obesity-related conditions
- Increase mobility and quality of life when benefits outweigh risks
Is this treatment suitable for me?
A webpage cannot determine this safely. Suitability must be decided by the responsible specialist after reviewing your symptoms, examination, medical history, medicines and relevant tests. Our coordinator can help you prepare the right records, but does not make the clinical decision.
01Procedure and techniqueHow it may be performed and what to discuss
- Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy
- Intra-operative leak testing according to local protocol
- Enhanced-recovery pathways
- Staged bariatric treatment in selected high-risk cases
The appropriate technique can only be selected after examination, clinical indication and informed consent.
02Recovery and travelTypical milestones, Turkey stay and fit-to-fly decision
Walking, pain control, hydration and a staged liquid diet begin.
Diet texture advances under dietetic guidance; fatigue is common.
Many resume routine activity as cleared.
Protein, vitamins, blood tests and specialist follow-up continue for life.
Planning your stay in Turkey
Often 6–9 days in Turkey, longer if the treating team advises. This is a planning range. The treating team must confirm discharge and fitness to travel.
03Price and inclusionsWhat may change the quotation
- Multidisciplinary assessment and tests
- Surgeon, anaesthesia and hospital stay
- Dietitian and psychological support
- Medication and supplements
- Complication, readmission and long-term follow-up policy
Often included—confirm in writing
- Surgeon and anaesthesia fees stated in the written quotation
- Hospital or licensed surgical-facility charges
- Routine pre-operative tests listed in advance
- Standard medication and scheduled early follow-up
Often excluded—ask before paying
- Flights, travel insurance and unrelated medical care unless stated
- Extra nights, companion expenses or additional tests unless listed
- Treatment of complications, readmission or revision unless the policy says so
- Any procedure added after examination and informed consent
04Questions and answersFAQ and a short consultation checklist
How much weight will I lose?
No exact result can be guaranteed. Outcomes depend on starting health, anatomy, eating behaviour, activity, follow-up and complications.
Will I need vitamins?
Long-term supplementation and blood monitoring are commonly required. The individual plan must come from the bariatric team and dietitian.
Can my result be guaranteed?
No. Surgery can improve a concern, but healing, scars, symmetry and the final result vary. A responsible surgeon explains the realistic range of outcomes and the possibility of revision without promising perfection.
When can I fly home?
Only after the treating team confirms that recovery is progressing safely. The suggested stay on this page is a planning range, not medical clearance. Longer flights, anaemia, mobility limits and clot risk may require a longer stay.
What should I arrange before travelling?
Share an accurate medical history, medication and supplement list, smoking or nicotine use, previous surgery and relevant photographs or reports. Arrange travel insurance, an adult companion where advised, time away from work and a named follow-up clinician at home.
When should I seek urgent help?
Follow the hospital's written emergency plan. New shortness of breath, chest pain, one-sided leg swelling, uncontrolled bleeding, fainting, high fever, rapidly worsening pain or sudden colour change require urgent medical assessment.
Ask the treating doctor
- Why do you recommend this procedure for my case?
- Who will perform the procedure, and where?
- What should I expect during recovery?
- What follow-up will I receive after I return home?
05Sources and review statusReferences used for this general guide
These sources support general information only and do not replace advice based on your examination and history.
NHS — Weight loss surgery NICE — Obesity identification, assessment and management- Last editorial update
- 19 September 2026
- Medical reviewer
- Pending appointment