- A gastric balloon is an option for those with obesity who wants to reduce chances of developing other serious diseases such as diabetes, ischemic heart disease, paralysis and colon cancer.
- The insertion of gastric balloon is done by endoscopy and a balloon filled with 400-500 cc of liquid called methylene blue.
- On the first week after the insertion, you may experience nausea, vomiting and belching.
- The balloon can be left in the stomach for 1 year. But, it can be removed before 1 year if you are already satisfied with your weight loss.
- The balloon makes you feel full which means you will eat less.
- Usually, gastric balloon can make you loss up to 24 kilograms in 1 year.
- A gastric balloon is not suggested in pregnant woman, patients with esophageal and gastric disorders; and those patients with severe conditions such as ischemic heart disease.
- A gastric balloon size can be adjusted within the 1 year period that it has been inserted. It is a non-invasive, non-surgical weight loss procedure more effective than dietary pills.
For more information, please contact
Gastroenterology and Hepatology Center
Tel. 02-734-0000 Ext. 2960, 2961, 2966
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