What is the gastric balloon operation?
The gastric balloon is a non-surgical way to lose weight. Placing a balloon in the stomach helps to lose weight by taking up space. This balloon takes up space in the stomach and allows you to get full quickly with less food. It also helps you gain healthy eating habits while feeling full. It is a method that does not cause permanent change in the stomach.
To whom is the gastric balloon operation applied?
People who cannot lose weight despite following a diet.
People who cannot exercise for various reasons.
Those who need to lose weight as quickly as possible for medical reasons.
People who do not want to have surgery.
To prepare before bariatric surgery.
How is the gastric balloon operation applied?
The gastric balloon is placed under laparoscopic anesthesia. The balloon that is placed in the stomach is inflated with sterile water colored blue to reach the required size. Although this volume is 500 ml on average, it is usually between 400 and 700 ml depending on the capacity of a person’s stomach. It is a quick and painless procedure.
How long is the gastric balloon procedure?
The duration of the procedure is on average 15-20 minutes. It is applied on a daily basis and does not require an overnight stay in the hospital. The patient is kept under observation for a short time and sent home.
What should be considered after the gastric balloon procedure?
- You should not eat and drink at the same time.
- It is necessary to wait at least 30 minutes between food and drink.
- Sugar consumption should be limited.
- Products that are very fatty and very spicy should be eaten as little as possible as they will increase stomach complaints and reflux.