What is Weight-Loss (Bariatric) Surgery?
Bariatric surgery reduces the size of the stomach or changes digestion, to help people with severe obesity lose weight and improve conditions such as diabetes and high blood pressure.
Weight-Loss (Bariatric) Surgery cost
The price depends on the hospital, the surgeon's experience, the anaesthesia used, the length of the hospital stay and the tests needed before surgery. Each doctor below shows a starting price; the final price is confirmed after the consultation.
Benefits
- Large, lasting weight loss
- Improves diabetes and blood pressure
- Better mobility and quality of life
Possible side effects
- Nausea and food intolerance
- Vitamin deficiencies without supplements
- Rarely leaks or bleeding
Most side effects are mild and temporary. Your surgeon will explain the risks for your case.
Types of weight-loss (bariatric) surgery
| Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Sleeve gastrectomy | Most of the stomach is removed |
| Gastric bypass | A small pouch is connected to the intestine |
| Gastric balloon | A temporary balloon, without surgery |
How it is done
- Assessment: Health checks and diet advice
- General anaesthesia
- Keyhole surgery
- Follow-up: Diet plan and supplements
Results and recovery
Most weight loss happens in the first one to two years, with diet and exercise.
Consult the best surgeons for weight-loss (bariatric) surgery
Clinico Plus lists verified surgeons with their starting prices and where they operate. Send a request with the form on this page and our team will call you to plan your surgery.
