Gastric Balloon
Gastric Balloon, also know as Intragastric balloon is a weight loss procedure that involves placing a saline-filled silicone balloon in your stomach. This helps you lose weight by limiting how much you can eat and making you feel fuller faster. Gastric balloons are temporary and can remain in your stomach for up to six months.
The Gastric Balloon procedure includes:
- Implantation (~30 min)
- Inserted endoscopically under light sedation
- You can leave after waking up (~3 hours after implantation)
- Removal - 6 months after implantation (~30 min)
- Removed under light sedation
- You can leave after waking up (~3 hours after implantation)
Benefits
- Results greatly varies among individuals. Typically lose between 7% to 15% of your body weight during the six months after placement of the Gastric Balloon. Total excess weight loss ranges from 30% to 47%.
- No surgery (the Gastric Ballon is placed into the stomach through the mouth (endoscopy).
- The Gastric Ballon is temporary and can be easily removed at any time, if needed.
- As with other procedures and surgeries that lead to significant weight loss, the gastric balloon may help improve or resolve conditions often related to being overweight, including:
- Gastroesophageal reflux disease
- Heart disease
- High blood pressure
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- Osteoarthritis (joint pain)
- Type 2 diabetes
- High cholesterol
What Qualifies You to Get a Gastric Balloon?
To qualify for the Gastric Balloon, you must:
- Have a BMI over 26
- No conflicting pre-existing conditions
- No previous bariatric surgery
There are other varying factors that will qualify you for a Gastric Balloon. The doctor will thoroughly review your health information and provide any specific recommendations to your case.
Preparing for Surgery
You will be guided through a pre-surgery diet. Our team will guide you throughout every step to ensure you are well-prepared to undergo a customized gastric balloon surgery in Tijuana, Mexico.
FAQs
On average, 24 hours after the procedure.
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