What is a gastric balloon?
A gastric balloon is used in patients who are obese. It consists of a soft, elastic silicone. This is used on an outpatient basis by gastroscopy and placed in the upper half of the stomach. The balloon is then filled with saline, which reduces the volume of the stomach. As a result, the amount of food is reduced and the patient becomes full more quickly.
Costs and services of a gastric balloon treatment
Advantages of a gastric balloon
The gastric balloon is a non-surgical alternative to surgical interventions such as gastric sleeve surgery. to treat obesity. The introduction takes no longer than 30 minutes as part of a gastroscopy. It is an inexpensive method and allows a weight loss of approx. 15-30 kg, depending on the patient’s motivation.
Like the other methods, the gastric balloon also serves as a supportive measure for a change in diet. With unchanged eating habits you will generally not be able to achieve success.
Disadvantages of a gastric balloon
In contrast to gastric sleeve surgery or gastric bypass surgery, treatment for weight loss using a gastric balloon is not a permanent solution. The gastric balloon is removed after six months or 12 months at the latest.
Depending on tolerance, there may be isolated side effects such as persistent nausea, severe cramp-like abdominal pain and possibly stomach ulcers.
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