Laparoscopic bariatric surgery

Gastric sleeve surgery in Istanbul

A permanent bariatric procedure supported by careful selection, hospital-based surgery and lifelong nutritional monitoring.

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ApproachKeyhole surgery

AnaestheticGeneral anaesthetic

Hospital carePlanned inpatient stay

CommitmentLifelong follow-up

Sleeve gastrectomy reduces the size of the stomach and can change appetite signals. It is a major, irreversible operation—not a shortcut—and works best as part of long-term clinical, nutritional and behavioural care.

During sleeve gastrectomy, part of the stomach is removed to create a narrower, sleeve-shaped stomach. This usually means smaller portions and may reduce hunger for many patients.

Your recommendation should never be based on BMI alone. Reflux, eating patterns, previous abdominal surgery, medicines, mental wellbeing and your ability to commit to follow-up all matter.

The operation is only one stage of treatment. Protein intake, hydration, prescribed supplements, gradual activity and regular blood tests are central to recovery and long-term health.

Clinical first

Website information is general. Your own suitability, risks, preparation and recovery plan must be confirmed in a personal clinical assessment with Dr Kenan Afilitak and the care team.

02How it works

What the treatment changes—and what it does not.

A smaller, sleeve-shaped stomach

During sleeve gastrectomy, a large part of the stomach is removed and the remaining stomach is formed into a narrow sleeve. The route of the intestine is not changed.

Portion and appetite effects

A smaller stomach usually limits meal size and the procedure may influence appetite signals. Results differ between patients and still depend on long-term eating, activity and follow-up.

A permanent decision

The removed stomach cannot be restored. Reflux, previous surgery, eating patterns and metabolic health therefore need to be considered before sleeve surgery is recommended.

Florya care package

From

£1,800

Hospital care, hotel and Istanbul transfers in one plan.

“All-inclusive” refers only to the items listed in your written personal quote. Your final package is confirmed after clinical review and may change if additional care is medically required.

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Included in your plan

Specialist review and personalised treatment plan

Pre-operative hospital tests required by your clinical team

Hospital, operating theatre and anaesthesia fees when applicable

Procedure-related medicines and written discharge information

Hotel accommodation for the nights shown in your personal quote

Airport, hotel and hospital transfers in Istanbul

English-speaking international patient coordinator

Nutrition guidance and planned remote follow-up

What is not included?

Flights, passport or visa costs and travel insurance
Treatment for unrelated medical conditions
Extra tests, procedures or nights required because of individual clinical need
Costs arising from changes made outside the agreed treatment plan

May be considered for

Who might explore this option?

Adults living with obesity who meet clinical criteria after specialist assessment
People who understand that the procedure is permanent
Patients ready to follow staged nutrition and supplement guidance
People able to attend long-term medical and nutritional reviews

Informed decision-making

What needs careful discussion?

Bleeding, infection, blood clots and a leak from the staple line are recognised surgical risks.
Reflux can begin or worsen after a sleeve, so existing symptoms need careful assessment.
Weight loss varies. No responsible provider can guarantee a number or a final weight.
Pregnancy is normally delayed until weight and nutrition have stabilised; discuss your plans with your clinical team.

03Before you travel

Preparation starts at home.

A safe international pathway begins before flights are booked. Your coordinator will tell you which records and tests are needed.

01Share your full medical and surgical history, including reflux symptoms
02Provide a complete list of medicines, supplements and allergies
03Complete the blood tests, imaging and anaesthetic checks requested
04Follow the pre-operative nutrition plan for the period advised
05Stop smoking and adjust medicines only under clinical instruction
06Confirm your travel companion, recovery plan and contact route at home

04Your care pathway

From assessment to supported recovery at home.

01Arrival

Final clinical checks

Your history, test results, consent and anaesthetic plan are reviewed before treatment proceeds.

02Procedure

Laparoscopic surgery

The operation is performed under general anaesthetic, followed by close monitoring in hospital.

03Hospital

Hydration and movement

The team supports pain control, early walking, breathing exercises and the first fluid stages.

04Hotel

Supported early recovery

You continue your staged intake and attend planned checks before being cleared to travel.

05Home

Long-term follow-up

Food progression, supplements, blood tests and clinical reviews continue after you return home.

05Before & after gallery

Ten patient result spaces for gastric sleeve.

Real patients only

We publish a result only when the patient has provided explicit consent and the image has not been reshaped or presented as a guaranteed outcome. Results and timescales vary.

BeforeApproved patient photo

AfterApproved patient photo

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