What follow-up is needed after weight-loss surgery abroad?
Weight-loss surgery can mean major long-term changes to diet, nutrition and lifestyle, so follow-up should be agreed before you travel. Ask the hospital what follow-up it provides and for how long, which warning signs need urgent attention, and what care you will need in the UK. Tell your GP about your plans before you go.
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What should I agree with the hospital before travelling?
- What follow-up the hospital provides after you return, how it is delivered and for how long
- The dietary stages and nutritional guidance you will need to follow
- Which symptoms are warning signs that need urgent medical attention
- Who to contact with questions, and how quickly they respond
- What care or monitoring you are likely to need from services in the UK
Why involve my GP?
Letting your GP know about your plans means they have your history if you need care at home during the months after surgery.
What if I have urgent symptoms after returning?
Urgent or emergency symptoms should always be handled by local medical services. Turwel can help you keep in touch with the hospital in Türkiye, but cannot give medical advice. See if something goes wrong after treatment abroad.
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