Weight Loss
Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty.
A newer minimally invasive weight-loss procedure - no abdominal incisions. Sutures placed through an endoscope reduce stomach size, helping you feel full sooner. Available in the UK and Turkey.
A newer minimally invasive weight-loss procedure - no abdominal incisions. Sutures placed through an endoscope reduce stomach size, helping you feel full sooner. Available in the UK and Turkey.
An endoscopist inserts a suturing device through your throat into the stomach. Sutures reshape the stomach into a tube, restricting how much you can eat. The procedure is minimally invasive - reducing operative risk and allowing a quick return to daily activities. Like all weight-loss treatments, long-term success depends on permanent lifestyle changes.
Indicative pricing
UK or Abroad
Indicative comparison for weight loss procedures. Abroad figures are starting prices and vary by destination, clinic and individual treatment plan.
Overview
How it works
An endoscopist inserts a suturing device through your throat into the stomach. Sutures reshape the stomach into a tube, restricting how much you can eat. The procedure is minimally invasive - reducing operative risk and allowing a quick return to daily activities. Like all weight-loss treatments, long-term success depends on permanent lifestyle changes.
Why it's done
Health benefits beyond weight loss
ESG may help reduce your risk of serious weight-related conditions - typically after diet and exercise alone have not been enough.
- Heart disease and stroke
- High blood pressure
- Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD / NASH)
- Sleep apnoea
- Type 2 diabetes
- Osteoarthritis (joint pain)
Suitability
Are you suitable?
ESG is for people with a BMI above 30 who have not maintained weight loss through lifestyle changes alone, and who do not qualify for or wish to pursue traditional bariatric surgery. A screening process confirms whether the procedure may benefit you.
- BMI above 30
- Willing to commit to lifestyle changes and regular follow-up
- Open to behavioural therapy as part of the programme
- Passed clinical screening by your care team
Not appropriate if
Who may not be suitable
- Large hiatal hernia
- Gastritis or peptic ulcer disease
- Other conditions associated with gastrointestinal bleeding
Risks
Safety profile
Generally favourable
ESG has shown a favourable safety profile in clinical use to date.
Pain & nausea
May occur for several days after the procedure - usually managed with medication. Most people feel better within a few days.
Convertible
Although not designed as temporary, ESG can be converted to other bariatric surgery if needed.
What to expect
During & after the procedure
- 01
Anaesthesia & access
Performed as an outpatient under general anaesthesia. A flexible endoscope with a camera and suturing device is passed down the throat into the stomach - no abdominal incisions.
- 02
Suturing
The endoscopist places sutures that reshape the stomach into a tube, restricting food intake so you feel fuller sooner.
- 03
Recovery room
You awaken in a recovery area where staff monitor you for complications. Most people go home the same day; some stay overnight for observation.
- 04
Diet progression
No food for a few hours, then a liquid diet for at least two weeks, progressing to semisolid foods and eventually a regular healthy diet.
Preparing for ESG
If you qualify, your care team will advise on lab tests, medication restrictions, fasting and starting physical activity. Plan ahead for someone to help at home during early recovery.
After the procedure
Recovery generally takes only a few days. Commitment to nutrition, physical activity and emotional wellbeing plays a large role in how much weight you lose and whether you maintain it long term.
Results
What to expect long term
With lifestyle modification, expect around 12-20% total body weight loss in the first year. ESG may also improve weight-related conditions:
- Heart disease or stroke risk
- High blood pressure
- Severe sleep apnoea
- Type 2 diabetes
- Gastro-oesophageal reflux (GERD)
- Osteoarthritis (joint pain)
Results may vary. Weight regain is possible without permanent diet and exercise changes. All procedures require medical approval. Information provided is general and not a substitute for professional medical advice.
Why Right Choice
Why choose us for ESG?
Non-surgical option
A minimally invasive alternative when you want results without traditional surgery.
UK & Turkey pathways
Compare clear pricing at home and abroad - we coordinate both.
Specialist teams
Bariatric endoscopists and aftercare teams we know and trust.
Long-term support
Nutrition and lifestyle guidance beyond the procedure itself.
Indicative pricing
UK or Abroad
Indicative comparison for weight loss procedures. Abroad figures are starting prices and vary by destination, clinic and individual treatment plan.
Weight loss
Endoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy
Lifelong
Home
Abroad(from)
Endoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy
Lifelong
- All prices are shown in GBP.
- Abroad prices are indicative starting figures and vary by destination, procedure type, surgeon and individual treatment plan.
- UK home prices are guide figures for private treatment.
Your choice
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