Stomach Balloon

After a gastric balloon is inserted, 90% of the patients do not experience lack of appetite. You will be under a strict liquid diet for the first 3 days but you will not feel hunger. Most women lose 2-4 kg and men 4-8 kg a week. In 1-2 weeks, you may get up an appetite […]

What is endoscopy? Endoscopy is an internal examination carried out by a specialist doctor using a camera. In our field, we endoscopically view the stomach. It must be done in a trusted hospital by a doctor. Before the examination starts, the patient is put down by an anesthesia specialist. The camera (endoscope) is inserted through […]

Side effects of gastric balloon generally happen in the first 5 days following the insertion, especially first 3 days are quite tricky. After coming through this process, symptoms often fade away but breaking one of the “golden rules” would cause recurrence (generally slightly). In addition to symptoms listed below, some patients may feel somewhat numb […]

It is important for you to understand that gastric balloon is a tool to help you lose weight and it works more effectively when combined with an extensive new lifestyle recommended by your doctor. Even though it depends on the balloon used, expected weight loss is generally 15-20% of total body weight loss, meaning a […]

There are two golden rules we recommend our Gastric Balloon patients to minimize any risk and contribute to weight loss and maintain it: Small portions Use small plates (like saucers or children dishes) and prefer palm sized portions. Use small cups, not big ones. Do not put too much food on the table; serve your […]

The gastric balloon is inserted to the stomach through mouth without a surgery. The stomach is endoscopically viewed. If there is no anomaly, the balloon is inserted from the mouth through the esophagus to the stomach. After it is in the stomach, it is filled with sterile solution by the help of little tube attached […]

All gastric balloons work in the same way. Firstly, it is inserted in the stomach which decreases the space for food in stomach. The size of the stomach depends on the weight, gender and genetics of the patient. Approximate volume of stomach is 1.5 liters and an approximate balloon (650 mL) decreases the volume of […]

Intragastric balloon is designed for people who need to lose 10 to 30 kg and has a BMI 27 or higher. Gastric balloon is also suitable for most of the patients who are not eligible for other surgical weight loss methods. Gastric ballon helps you lose weight without surgical procedure and decreases the risks during […]