Clinical Lead
Meva Clinic Bariatric Care Team
Gastric Balloon (Allurion)
Non-surgical weight loss. A swallowable capsule that induces fullness for 4-6 months. No anesthesia required.
Meva Clinic Bariatric Care Team
Patient Care Information
Patient Care Information
"Our clinical approach prioritizes patient safety, individualized treatment planning, realistic expectations, and long-term follow-up throughout the international care journey."
About This Procedure
Why Choose Meva Clinic?
Non-surgical weight loss. A swallowable capsule that induces fullness for 4-6 months. No anesthesia required.
Meva Clinic's bariatric care protocols in Istanbul offer a structured pathway to long-term weight reduction and systemic metabolic recovery. Operating within accredited partner hospital surgical facilities, our bariatric specialists utilize advanced 3D laparoscopic and minimally invasive techniques to optimize safety and accelerate healing. Every premium bariatric program integrates comprehensive pre-operative physical evaluations, metabolic mapping, premium partner hotel recovery accommodations, private transfers, and structured 12-month post-operative nutrition coaching to secure sustainable, long-term health transformations. Alongside gastric balloon treatment, gastric Botox may be discussed as a non-surgical endoscopic weight management option based on patient suitability.
Patient Care Information
Meva Clinic Bariatric Care Team
Bariatric & Metabolic Pathway Guidance
This content is maintained by Meva Clinic’s Clinical Care Team for patient guidance and clinical transparency. Final treatment suitability, operating physician assignment, surgical planning, and medical decisions are confirmed only after medical history review, in-person consultation, diagnostic tests, anesthesia evaluation, and doctor availability.
Is This Treatment for Me?
BMI 27-35
Fear of surgery
Jumpstart weight loss
Comprehensive International Patient Care Plan
Private airport transfer according to the confirmed care plan
Partner-hotel accommodation according to the confirmed care plan
Dedicated patient support during the confirmed care pathway
Aftercare guidance or materials according to the confirmed treatment plan
Follow-up guidance according to individual medical recommendations
The Clinical Procedure
Swallowing a capsule that inflates in the stomach.
Eligibility Evaluation
Comprehensive medical review, clinical history check, and BMI eligibility evaluation.
Capsule Placement
The patient swallows the capsule balloon containing the deflated balloon attached to a thin catheter.
Position Confirmation
Fluoroscopy (X-ray) or clinical verification is used to confirm the correct positioning in the stomach.
Balloon Inflation
The deflated balloon is gently filled with sterile saline solution through the thin catheter.
Catheter Release
Once filled, the catheter is gently detached and withdrawn, with no surgical incisions or cutting required.
Natural Elimination
Structured follow-up and nutrition guidance are provided. The balloon opens its valve and passes naturally after its intended period, where clinically appropriate.
Recovery & Transformation Journey
Phase 1: Immediate
Clinical observation, initial stabilization, and comfortable partner hotel accommodation.
Phase 2: Early Recovery
Mild activities resume, follow-up consultations, and structured aftercare.
Phase 3: Transformation
Visible results begin to emerge as tissues integrate and heal.
Phase 4: Final Result
Full aesthetic and functional maturation achieved. Lifelong support continues.
The Meva Advantage
Includes smart scale and app-monitored coaching.
Frequently Asked Questions
Related Treatments
Gastric Sleeve (Sleeve Gastrectomy)
Minimally invasive volume reduction. Removes a portion of the stomach to reduce capacity and alter hunger hormones.
Gastric Bypass (Metabolic Surgery)
Ideal for Type 2 Diabetes remission and severe obesity. Reroutes the digestive tract to limit absorption and volume.
Gastric Botox Injection
Endoscopic procedure that slows stomach emptying, keeping you full longer and reducing appetite.
Medical Insights & Blog
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Procedure Details
Hospital Stay
None
Hotel Package
2 Nights
Return to Work
Next Day
Anaesthesia
None