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Aspiration Therapy (AspireAssist) in Turkey

A discontinued device-based therapy retained for historical education and assessment of people who still have an aspiration system.

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Procedure snapshot

ApproachDevice-based therapy

Anatomical changeDevice dependent

Centre statusHistorical information · not offered

Bariatric surgical assessmentDr Kenan Afilitak

Understand the procedure

What is Aspiration Therapy (AspireAssist)?

AspireAssist used a gastrostomy tube and external connector to remove part of the stomach contents after meals. It required ongoing lifestyle therapy, device care and clinical monitoring.

Aspiration therapy used a gastrostomy device to remove a portion of stomach contents after meals. Commercial availability has changed and it is not part of our treatment programme.

01Device-based therapyTreatment approach

02Device dependentPermanence

03Historical information · not offeredClinical status

Previous-procedure assessment

Who should seek specialist review?

BMI alone does not select a treatment. Medical history, metabolic health, reflux, previous procedures, nutrition and capacity for long-term follow-up are considered together.

Not offered as a new treatment at Istanbul Obesity Center

Historical assessment for people with an existing device

Specialist review for device or stoma complications

Discussion of evidence-based current alternatives

Clinical safety:

This is general information. A decision should follow discussion of individual risks, alternatives and the option of no procedure.

Balanced decision

See potential benefits and limitations together.

Potential benefits

Historically offered a non-resection approach
Device could be removed
Used alongside lifestyle monitoring
Relevant today mainly for legacy-device care

Risks and disadvantages

Stoma infection, irritation or leakage
Tube blockage, displacement or device malfunction
Electrolyte and nutritional problems
Abdominal discomfort and digestive symptoms
FDA premarket approval was withdrawn in 2022

Follow-up requirements

No new implantation programme
Existing-device patients need named specialist advice
Do not remove or manipulate a device without clinical guidance
Seek urgent care for severe pain, fever, leakage or obstruction

Step by step

A safe assessment pathway.

The pathway and timing vary with individual medical needs; obtain your written plan before flights or payment.

Collect records

Previous operation report, imaging, endoscopy and medicine list.

Review symptoms

Weight change, pain, vomiting, reflux and nutrition problems.

Define anatomy

Endoscopy, imaging and blood tests when indicated.

Compare options

Monitoring, device care, reversal or modern revision pathways.

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Specialist revision assessment

Dr Kenan Afilitak

General Surgery and Bariatric Surgery Specialist Dr Kenan Afilitak works with the multidisciplinary team across bariatric, metabolic and laparoscopic surgical assessment.

The centre has focused on obesity care for more than 22 years. The responsible treating clinician, hospital and aftercare plan should be confirmed in writing before booking.

Surgeon profile +90 546 917 81 97

Bariatric coordinatorMustafa Hekin+90 544 388 28 34 Bariatric dietitianAylin Demir+90 505 459 11 62

Hospital interpreterYaseminCommunication support from admission to discharge

Frequently asked questions

Aspiration Therapy (AspireAssist) questions, answered clearly.

What to know about suitability, risk, price, travel and aftercare before booking.

01Is Aspiration Therapy (AspireAssist) still performed today?+

Aspiration Therapy (AspireAssist) is not offered as a new treatment at Istanbul Obesity Center. This page supports historical understanding and safe referral for people who previously had the operation.

02How did Aspiration Therapy (AspireAssist) work?+

AspireAssist used a gastrostomy tube and external connector to remove part of the stomach contents after meals. It required ongoing lifestyle therapy, device care and clinical monitoring.

03Why is it no longer preferred?+

It has been replaced by safer, better-standardised modern options and is not used as a new primary treatment because of long-term concerns including stoma infection, irritation or leakage, tube blockage, displacement or device malfunction, electrolyte and nutritional problems, abdominal discomfort and digestive symptoms, fda premarket approval was withdrawn in 2022.

04What information should I collect if I had this operation?+

Previous operation reports, discharge summaries, recent endoscopy or imaging, current medicines, weight history and present symptoms make specialist assessment safer.

05Is revision surgery always required?+

No. Revision depends on symptoms, anatomy, nutrition, risks and the balance of modern alternatives.

06Which symptoms need urgent medical help?+

Severe or worsening abdominal pain, persistent vomiting, bleeding, fever, jaundice, collapse, breathlessness or inability to keep fluids down may require urgent assessment.

07How much does revision assessment cost?+

Your anatomy, investigations and required specialists are identified first. Any fee is provided only after a personalised plan and itemised scope are confirmed in writing.

Medical sourcesFDA — AspireAssist PMA and withdrawal record NICE — Overweight and obesity management

Free initial assessment

Let’s assess the right approach for you.

Complete the form and our medical coordination team will contact you on WhatsApp. Final suitability is decided only after surgeon review and appropriate testing.

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