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Swallowing Balloon
Swallowing Balloon procedure, also known as Slip Balloon or Allurion Gastric Balloon, is an innovative procedure which offers a non-surgical option for gastric reduction, providing an effective solution for those seeking weight change without an operation.
Overview
Procedure Overview
The swallowing balloon is designed to facilitate weight loss by reducing your stomach’s capacity, making you feel full with smaller portions, in turn this will reduce your stomach’s available space for food.
The process is very quick where by you swallow a capsule containing the deflated balloon attached to a thin tube. Once the capsule reaches your stomach, the surgeon inflates the balloon with 550 ml of water through the tube. After the balloon is filled, the tube is gently removed, completing the installation process. The doctor will run an X-ray to ensure the balloon is correctly placed within the stomach.
The Balloon remains 3 – 4 months in the stomach helping promote weight loss. Patients can expect 10-15% in excess weight loss from the procedure. Removal of the swallowable gastric balloon is typically natural and non-invasive, as the deflated balloon exits through the digestive tract. In rare instances, endoscopic or surgical intervention may be required.
This process is ideal for patients looking for a less invasive alternative to traditional gastric balloons, it requires no anaesthesia or endoscopy, and you can resume your normal activities immediately afterward.
Advantages
Advantages of Swallowing Balloon
- Procedure completed in about 15 minute, no need for endoscopy or anesthesia.
- Absence of scars and a very low risk profile, minimal recovery time.
- Potential to lose around 15% of your excess weight.
- Reduced risk of obesity-related conditions like diabetes and high blood pressure.
Right?
Is the Procedure Right for You?
The Allurion swallowing balloon is ideal for individuals with a BMI of 28 or more, especially those who have not seen success with traditional diet and exercise and wish to avoid surgical interventions. It is particularly suited for those looking for a new approach to sustainable weight loss.
An alternative to the Swallowing Balloon is the Gastric Balloon and for individuals with a higher BMI of 30 and over should consider POSE2 and Overstitch sleeve which offer a more permanent weight surgery procedure.
Potential Concerns
The swallowing balloon is filled with mildly acidic harmless liquid and will remain within the stomach for 3-4 months before leaving the stomach naturally through the intestines. This means this procedure can be repeated many times easily.
Common side effects include nausea, abdominal cramping, and occasional vomiting shortly after the balloon’s placement. These symptoms are generally well-managed with standard medications. On the rare occasion there is an issue with the removal of the balloon a gastropic procedure can be conducted to ensure safe removal of the balloon from the stomach.