Largest centre of Turkish Acıbadem Network with 106,000 m2 area. Operates since 2009, rebuilt in 2018 with modern quality standards. Certified by JCI and holds LEED GOLD certification. Features 231 rooms, including 196 standard rooms
Vagotomy involves removing part of the vagus nerve during abdominal surgery. Plain vagotomy eliminates stomach and colon innervation. Highly selective vagotomy denervates stomach fundus and body. All types can be performed laparotomically or laparoscopically
Removes 75-85% of stomach along greater curvature, leaving banana-sized sleeve. Patients can lose 50-70% excess weight in two years. Most commonly performed bariatric surgery worldwide. Can be as effective as gastric bypass before substantial weight loss
Semaglutide is a GLP-1 receptor agonist with 94% human homology. Reduces appetite and calorie intake through brain regulation. Lowers blood glucose by stimulating insulin secretion. Delays gastric emptying in early postprandial phase
LSG became second most common bariatric surgery after gastric bypass in 2011. First performed by Hess in 1988 as part of BPD-DS procedure. Now considered principal laparoscopic bariatric procedure
Retatrutide is an experimental weekly injection for diabetes and obesity treatment. Currently in Stage 3 clinical trials, not FDA-approved yet. Market size expected to reach USD 12.55 billion by 2028