Gastric botox is the application of botulinum toxin to the stomach. It is performed by endoscopically injecting botulinum toxin into certain parts of the stomach. It can be shown as a new weight loss method. Its purpose is to reduce stomach movements and slow down the rate of passage of food from the stomach to the small intestine. In this way, the person will be less hungry.
What is Stomach Botox?
In the stomach botox method, the contraction of the stomach muscles is limited. Thus, stomach emptying time is delayed. This causes loss of appetite in the patient. In this way, weight loss is achieved. If the person's blood sugar is unbalanced, it also regulates blood sugar. It is not a surgical procedure. No incisions are made in the body.
How is Stomach Botox Performed?
Stomach botox procedure is done by mouth. It is done with the help of an endoscope from the mouth to the stomach. The patient is put to sleep during this procedure. The duration of the procedure varies between 15-20 minutes. Unlike gastric balloons, no substance is placed in the stomach in gastric botox. There is no pain or pain sensation.
Who Can Have Gastric Botox?
Some criteria must be met to have gastric botox. These criteria are as follows:
- The person's body mass index should be higher than 27 and less than 35. It can also be performed on people with a body mass index between 35 and 40, but this rate is low.
- The body itle index must not exceed 40. Obesity surgery is required for people over 40.
- The person should not have thyroid or psychological reasons for weight gain. After these problems are solved, stomach botox can be performed.
- The person must be older than 16 years and younger than 65 years.
- The person should not be allergic to botulinum toxin.
- The person should not have nerve and muscle disease.
Are There Side Effects of Gastric Botox?
Side effects of gastric botox depend on the person's allergy status and muscle disease. Such people are not treated. Since the procedure is not performed, there are no side effects. Stomach botox has been used in medicine for years. Since it is applied in the correct dosage by specialist doctors, there is no known harm.
Who Does Not Apply Stomach Botox?
Stomach botox is not applied to people with some conditions. These situations are as follows;
- Pregnant or breastfeeding,
- Allergic to botulinum toxin,
- Body mass index over 40,
- If there is Cancer in the stomach,
- If you have muscular nerve disease,
- If you have a severe atopic and allergic condition,
- If the reason for not losing weight is due to a disease
Is Hospitalization Required for Gastric Botox Procedure?
Hospitalization is not required for gastric botox procedure. The stomach botox procedure is as follows;
- Gastric Botox is not an obesity surgery.
- An endoscope is inserted through the mouth into the stomach,
- No incision
- The procedure takes an average of 20 minutes.
- People are put to sleep during the procedure under the supervision of an anesthesiologist.
- Hospitalization is not necessary.
- Usually 1-2 hours of observation is sufficient after the procedure.
When Does the Effect of Stomach Botox Start?
The effect of gastric botox starts to be seen within 2 weeks. The feeling of hunger decreases 2-3 days after gastric botox application. The stomach botox procedure is applied only to the smooth muscles of the stomach. It has no effect on the movement of the intestines or nerve cells. Since it has no effect on the intestines, it does not cause lazy bowel. The person himself/herself may have lazy bowel before surgery. In this case, a diet is applied to eliminate this.
How Should Nutrition Be After Gastric Botox?
Attention should be paid to nutrition after gastric botox application. Foods with high protein value and low fat content should be eaten. Foods that can damage the stomach should be avoided. It is necessary to pay attention to liquid consumption. The diet list given by the dietitian should be taken into consideration. It is harmful to consume fast foods such as fast food and acidic drinks. If all these are taken into consideration, the patient will reach the desired weight.
