Gastric Balloon

In gastric balloon, which is an endoscopic method preferred by patients who do not want to have surgery, a balloon is placed in the stomach of the patient through the mouth and the balloon is brought to a certain volume. With this method, the small-volume structure created in the stomach decreases the patient’s appetite and decreases the food capacity. In the stomach, whose volume is reduced, food digestion becomes difficult, so the portion is reduced, the number of meals increases and the patient begins to lose weight rapidly. Gastric balloon is a reversible method, when the patient is not satisfied with the procedure, the gastric balloon can be easily removed.

How is Gastric Balloon Applied ?

First of all, it is determined whether the patient is suitable for treatment. The gastric balloon is placed in the stomach by endoscopic method under general anesthesia. The balloon placed in the stomach is inflated with serum using a special extension line. The processing time is around 30 minutes on average. After the patient wakes up, he stays under observation for a while and can return home within the same day.

The gastric balloon is removed within 6 months to 1 year. During this period, when attention is paid to eating habits and lifestyle, and the doctor’s recommendations are followed, the patient can reach the desired weight.

To Whom Can Gastric Balloon Be Applied?

It is applied to people who cannot lose weight with diet programs or exercises, do not want to have surgery, or whose body mass index is not suitable for surgery. Gastric balloon endoscopy is not performed in people with stomach ulcers, large hernias or pregnant women.

There is no age limit for this treatment method. Gastric balloon treatment can be applied when the patient completes his physical development.

What is the Limit Weight in Gastric Balloon ?

It can be applied to people with a body mass index above 30, who have diseases such as diabetes and hypertension.

How is the Swallowable Gastric Balloon Applied ?

In this method, which is applied to patients with fear of endoscopy, the patient swallows a small capsule. The capsule is inflated with the help of the cable to which it is attached outside. The location of the balloon can be adjusted with the Xray device. After the application, the cable is removed and the balloon bursts on its own after 4 months and is thrown out naturally.