Due to the increase in obesity and overweight due to lifestyle and nutrition changes, various slimming operation are considered as one of the most effective solutions for weight loss. But the most important obstacle to performing these surgeries is their high cost. Considering the prices of hundreds of millions of Tomans, it is natural that the main question in the minds of many people is: What is the cheapest weight loss procedure?

next to cost of weight loss surgery, should not safety, Effectiveness, appropriateness of the method to the person's health condition, as well as the choice of Best Bariatric Surgeon ignore. In this article, we will examine which options for slimming cost less and of course what factors affect the price of a slimming operation .

The cheapest weight loss procedures

In order to be able to identify the cheapest slimming operation, we must first get acquainted with the main slimming surgeries. Each of these methods, depending on the technique Bariatric surgery, duration of hospitalization and recovery, effectiveness and side effects, different prices. They have.

At first glance, it is clear that gastric balloon and lipomatic are among the cheapest slimming procedures. But this is just a price comparison. To make a correct and specialized decision, we need to examine more components.

1-lipomatic or liposuction: the cheapest operation for local slimming

In the lipomatic procedure, which can be said to be the cheapest belly slimming operation is, using a special device, subcutaneous fat from certain places such as abdomen, thighs, sides and The arm is discharged.

The main reasons why lipomatic surgery is cheap are:

1. No need for extensive surgery or general anesthesia
   
   In most cases, liposuction is performed under local anesthesia or light sedation, thereby reducing costs for the operating room, anesthesia team, and anesthesia-related risks.

2. short operation time and fast discharge
   
   This procedure usually takes less than 2 hours and the patient is discharged the same day. There is no need to stay in the hospital, so the cost of hospitalization and night care is eliminated.

3. Can be done in outpatient clinics
   
   Unlike abdominal surgeries, lipomatics does not require a specialized hospital and can be performed in authorized beauty clinics, which greatly reduces the overall cost.

4. Lack of long-term medical follow-up
   
   Unlike surgeries such as bypass or sleeve that require special nutrition, periodical tests, and checking vitamin levels, lipomatic only requires a few dressing sessions and an initial visit.

5. Not using expensive foreign materials or devices
   
   Unlike gastric balloon, which has imported and disposable instruments, lipomatics is performed with devices that are purchased once and do not have permanent use.

2- Gastric balloon operation: cheap, but limited

Gastric balloon is a soft silicone bag that is inserted into the stomach non-surgically (through endoscopy) and filled with saline solution. This bag occupies the volume of the stomach and creates a false feeling of satiety.

Why is gastric balloon cheap?

• Does not require surgery.

• It is done without hospitalization and long-term recovery.

• Reversible.

• It has fewer side effects.

Why are some slimming procedures more expensive?

Let's examine why some people pay twice as much as others for the same slimming procedure. The cost of each operation includes different parts, the sum of which determines the final price.

1. Operating room cost
   
   More complex surgeries such as gastric bypass require advanced equipment, full monitoring and longer time in the operating room, which greatly increases the cost. On the other hand, procedures such as gastric balloon are performed without the need for a full operating room.

2. cost of anesthesia or sedation

   • Operations such as sleeve and bypass require general anesthesia, which is performed and monitored by an anesthesiologist.

   • However, with gastric balloons, often only mild sedation or local anesthesia is required.

3. surgeon salary
   
   Surgeons with high experience and expertise charge more. Also, the complexity of the operation is effective in increasing the surgeon's salary. Gastric bypass is usually the most complicated operation.

4. The cost of equipment and consumables
   
   In operations such as gastric band or gastric balloon, tools or physical parts (such as balloon or silicone ring) must be used, which may be expensive to import. But these tools have different prices depending on the brand and country of manufacture.

5. Cost of hospitalization
   
   Hospitalization period is one of the most important factors of price increase. For example:

   • Gastric bypass: usually 3-5 days of hospitalization

   • Stomach sleeve: 2-3 days

   • Gastric balloon: does not require hospitalization or is only a few hours

6. Cost of postoperative care and services
   
   Some procedures, such as sleeve and bypass, require multiple nutritional counseling sessions, periodic visits and follow-up tests.

7. City and medical center
   For example, the prices in Tehran or Isfahan are higher than in smaller cities.

Therefore, when looking for the "cheapest weight loss procedure", you should be careful that cheap does not mean low quality and high complications.

Is the cheapest weight loss procedure always the best?

Cheapness is not always a sign of the best choice. Suppose a person performs gastric bypass surgery in an unauthorized center at half the actual price. A few weeks later, he suffered Leak The stomach becomes infected after the bypass operation, which not only costs more than the cost of the operation in the accredited center, but also endangers his life and health.

Therefore, it is important to distinguish between "cheapest" and "most cost effective". The cheapest weight loss operation makes sense when it is performed by a team of experts, in a reputable center, with strict medical supervision.

FAQs about the cheapest weight loss surgery

1. What is the cheapest weight loss procedure in Iran?

Generally gastric balloon is known as the cheapest method of slimming surgery. Of course, this method is temporary and ineffective and is not suitable for everyone.

2. Which cheap slimming method is less risky?

Compared to other methods, gastric balloon is the least dangerous and least invasive option due to the lack of surgery and anesthesia.

3. Does medical insurance cover the cost of weight loss surgery?

In most cases, no. Unless the doctor determines that the procedure is therapeutic (for example, for diabetes or high blood pressure). In this case, a part of the cost may be covered.

4. Are cheap malls always dangerous?

Not necessarily, but it should be ensured that the center has an official license and experienced doctors. A low price is acceptable when the quality is not sacrificed.

Summary

Although finding the cheapest weight loss procedure may seem like the main goal at first glance, what really matters is an informed and expert choice that balances cost, safety, effectiveness, and suitability to individual conditions.

Gastric balloon, Lipomatic and Gastric ring are among the options that are cheaper compared to other methods and can be suitable for certain people. But before making a decision, it is necessary to consult with a specialist doctor and carefully examine your physical condition.