ENDOSCOPIC GASTRIC BALLOON
What is Endoscopic Balloon?
An Endoscopic Balloon, also known as an intragastric balloon, is a non-surgical, minimally invasive weight loss device. The procedure involves inserting a deflated balloon into the stomach through the mouth using an endoscope (a thin, flexible tube with a light and camera).
Once inside the stomach, the balloon is filled with a sterile saline solution, expanding and taking up space. The inflated balloon induces a feeling of fullness, restricting food intake and promoting weight loss. This temporary intervention serves as a tool to assist individuals in adopting healthier eating habits and achieving significant weight loss without the need for surgery. The balloon is typically left in the stomach for a few months and is then removed during another endoscopic procedure.
How Does It Work?
A deflated balloon is put into your stomach through your mouth using a thin tube with a light and camera. Once in your stomach, the balloon is filled with a sterile saline solution, making it expand. This makes you feel full, so you eat less and lose weight.
It's a temporary solution to help you develop healthier eating habits and lose a significant amount of weight without having surgery.
15-20 Minutes Procedure
Initiate your weight loss journey by experiencing a sense of fullness today.
The Procedure
I. Insertion
A thin flexible tube (Endoscope) is passed down while you’re sedated, guiding the folded balloon to your stomach.
II. Inflation
Once in position, the balloon is filled with 500 mls of sterile water, and the endoscope is gently removed.
III. Residence
The balloon reduces stomach capacity, providing early satiety and triggering fat-burning for energy.
IV. Extraction
After 6 months, the balloon is punctured and removed endoscopically through the mouth.
Journey Timeline
Pre Placement
Detailed medical history and eligibility check. Lab and imaging tests may be required.
Balloon Placement
Endoscopic positioning and filling with 500mls of water. Quick and efficient.
Post Placement
Adapting to lifestyle changes, diet, and exercise to maintain long-term results.
Balloon Removal
Surgical removal after 6 months via another endoscopic procedure.
Clinical Risks
While generally safe, like any medical intervention, it carries some risks:
Vomiting
Nausea and vomiting in the initial days after placement.
Abdominal Pain
Common as the stomach adapts to the presence of the balloon.
Balloon Rupture
Rarely, the balloon may deflate, requiring early removal.
Obstruction
Digestive tract blockage causing cramping or bloating.
Ulcers
Stomach lining irritation potentially leading to erosions.
Infection
Minimal risk when proper sterile techniques are followed.
Allergy
Rare reactions to balloon materials or saline solution.
GERD
Possible worsening of acid reflux symptoms.
ENDOSCOPIC BALLOON (6 MONTHS)
Why Choose Us
Dedicated Specialist Team
Multidisciplinary care from surgeons, nutritionists, and psychologists.
Private Specialized Wing
Exclusive, private recovery suites for bariatric patients.
Lifelong Support
Continuous monitoring to ensure sustainable results and health.
Safe & Proven Methods
Utilizing the latest bariatric surgical and non-surgical technologies.
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