Non-Surgical Operations

What is Non-Surgical Weight Loss?

 

The non-surgical weight loss operation is one of the new obesity treatment methods applied to a certain region of the stomach with the endoscopic method. With non-surgical weight loss, the contraction of the stomach muscles is restricted, and the digestion and emptying time of the stomach is delayed, thus allowing patients to experience loss of appetite.

 

For Which Patients Is Non-Surgical Weight Loss Suitable?

 

Weight loss without surgery can be applied to patients suffering from obesity, wanting to lose weight and meeting the specified criteria. Since non-surgical weight loss operations are not a surgical intervention, they are procedures performed with endoscopic methods, patient selection should be done correctly. Bariatric surgery applications will give more beneficial results in patients with a body mass index of 40 and over 40 diagnosed as morbidly obese. At this point, patients whose body mass index is above certain values, but who are not suitable for bariatric surgery, may be eligible for the procedure.

 

Is it necessary to stay in the hospital after weight loss without surgery?

 

Since weight loss without surgery is not a surgical operation, patients can be discharged within the day after the procedure. Non-surgical weight loss, performed under general anesthesia, lasts for 20-30 minutes on average, and patients can return to their daily lives after being kept under observation for 1-2 hours after the operation and rested.

 

Are There Any Side Effects of Non-Surgical Weight Loss?

 

These applications, which are performed for both aesthetic and obesity treatment purposes, do not have any known side effects when applied to suitable patients. Those who have muscle disease, think that they are allergic to this process and gastritis, ulcers, etc. Patients with stomach ailments should inform their physicians about their condition and pay attention to the fact that the necessary examinations are made. In addition, it is of great importance that patients prefer an experienced physician and a fully equipped hospital while having this application.

 

Is Weight Loss Guaranteed With Non-Surgical Weight Loss Operation?

 

As in all other bariatric surgery operations, there is no guarantee of weight loss in weight loss without surgery. It helps patients' diets by reducing their appetite. However, the key point here is that patients adopt an active lifestyle in accordance with the diet program recommended to them. Even if weight loss is done without surgery, there is a possibility that the operation will fail in individuals who do not have healthy eating habits and healthy living habits.

 

How Much Weight Can Be Lost With Non-Surgical Weight Loss​ Operation?

 

The weight that can be lost after weight loss without surgery can vary according to many different factors such as the age of the patients, their metabolic rate, their lifestyle, and their adherence to the diet program they follow.