What is a gastric balloon ?

A temporary silicone balloon will be replaced to fill the stomach for you to feel full for longer.

Candidates For The Procedure.

• Patients with a Body Mass Index greater than 40
• Patients with a Body Mass Index greater than 35 with conditions such as type II diabetes, impaired glucose tolerance, sleep apnea, hyperlipidemia, hypertension and/or heart disease caused by obesity
• Patients with a Body Mass Index greater than 30 with serious health problems

Success Rates

• Success rates: High
• Parmanent lifestyle changes can be required for the Gastric Balloon Procedure

Risks & Side Effects

• Pain and Nausea
• Abdominal pain and cramping
• Bad breath
• Wounded throat

Recovery time

• Nausea can be seen after the week of insertion
• The balloon often unloads significantly and is a must to be removed through a second endoscopic procedure.

Treatment Period

25 minutes – 35 minutes