{"id":2542,"date":"2023-05-17T10:58:23","date_gmt":"2023-05-17T07:58:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/beautytour.ee\/protseduur\/gastric-balloon-weight-loss-surgery\/"},"modified":"2024-01-11T08:57:38","modified_gmt":"2024-01-11T06:57:38","slug":"gastric-balloon","status":"publish","type":"protseduur","link":"https:\/\/beautytour.ee\/en\/procedure\/gastric-balloon\/","title":{"rendered":"Gastric balloon (weight loss surgery)"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>.elementor-2542 .elementor-element.elementor-element-67b6e14f{--display:flex;--flex-direction:column;--container-widget-width:100%;--container-widget-height:initial;--container-widget-flex-grow:0;--container-widget-align-self:initial;--flex-wrap-mobile:wrap;--padding-top:0px;--padding-bottom:0px;--padding-left:0px;--padding-right:0px;}.elementor-2542 .elementor-element.elementor-element-1e271c90{text-align:start;font-family:var( --e-global-typography-text-font-family ), Sans-serif;font-size:var( --e-global-typography-text-font-size 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data-id=\"1e271c90\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>A gastric balloon is a minimally invasive\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/beautytour.ee\/en\/procedure\/gastric-bypass-surgery-weight-loss\/\">weight loss procedure<\/a>\u00a0that involves placing a balloon in the stomach to promote feelings of fullness and reduce food intake.<\/p>\n<p>If your Body Mass Index (BMI) is over 30, the gastric balloon procedure can be a beneficial option for sustainable weight loss and managing medical conditions like type 2 diabetes or high blood pressure.<\/p>\n<p>By effectively reducing weight prior to surgery, the balloon can also minimize risks associated with surgical procedures for overweight patients.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4fd1f3b4 elementor-widget elementor-widget-jkit_accordion\" 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Once positioned correctly, the balloon is filled with a sterile saline solution.<\/p>\n<p>The entire procedure is performed under sedation and generally takes around 20 to 30 minutes, with patients typically able to go home the same day.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div><div class=\"card-wrapper \">\n                <div class=\"card-header\">\n                    <a href=\"#expand-34c3ab0\" class=\"card-header-button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" data-target=\"#expand-34c3ab0\" aria-controls=\"expand-34c3ab0\">\n                        <span class=\"title\">Pre-operative care<\/span><div class=\"right-icon-group\">\n                <div class=\"normal-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-chevron-down\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\n                <div class=\"active-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-chevron-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                    <\/a>\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"card-expand\" id=\"expand-34c3ab0\" style=\"display:none\"><div class=\"card-body\"><p>Before undergoing the placement of an intragastric balloon, the patient will be provided with detailed instructions on how to prepare for the procedure.<\/p>\n<p>This may involve undergoing various lab tests and examinations. Patients might be required to follow dietary restrictions, including restrictions on food, beverages, and medications. Additionally, they may be advised to initiate a physical activity program as part of the preparation process.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div><div class=\"card-wrapper \">\n                <div class=\"card-header\">\n                    <a href=\"#expand-356f3d2\" class=\"card-header-button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" data-target=\"#expand-356f3d2\" aria-controls=\"expand-356f3d2\">\n                        <span class=\"title\">Post operative care and recovery<\/span><div class=\"right-icon-group\">\n                <div class=\"normal-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-chevron-down\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\n                <div class=\"active-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-chevron-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                    <\/a>\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"card-expand\" id=\"expand-356f3d2\" style=\"display:none\"><div class=\"card-body\"><p>After the gastric balloon procedure, most patients can return home within a day or two.<\/p>\n<p>The diet typically starts with liquids, progressing to soft meals, and eventually solid food after one to two weeks.<\/p>\n<p>Returning to work usually takes two to three days, depending on stomach settling and work type.<\/p>\n<p>Regular exercise is recommended for a speedy return to a normal lifestyle.<\/p>\n<p>The balloon is extracted through another endoscopy after six to nine months.<\/p>\n<p>On average, patients lose over one-third of their excess body weight. Weight loss is notable within three months, with an average loss of 30 to 60 pounds by six months.<\/p>\n<p>Continuing a healthy low-calorie diet and exercise regimen after balloon removal can sustain weight loss.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div><div class=\"card-wrapper \">\n                <div class=\"card-header\">\n                    <a href=\"#expand-4d3d116\" class=\"card-header-button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" data-target=\"#expand-4d3d116\" aria-controls=\"expand-4d3d116\">\n                        <span class=\"title\">Risks and complications<\/span><div class=\"right-icon-group\">\n                <div class=\"normal-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-chevron-down\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\n                <div class=\"active-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-chevron-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                    <\/a>\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"card-expand\" id=\"expand-4d3d116\" style=\"display:none\"><div class=\"card-body\"><p>Some patients may experience pain and nausea shortly after the insertion of an intragastric balloon, but these symptoms are typically temporary and resolve within a few days.<\/p>\n<p>While rare, there are a few potential serious side effects like the risk of balloon deflation, which could lead to the balloon passing through the digestive system, potentially causing a blockage.<\/p>\n<p>Other risks include overinflation of the balloon, acute pancreatitis, the development of ulcers, or a perforation (hole) in the stomach wall. These complications, although uncommon, may require surgical intervention to address.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div><div class=\"card-wrapper \">\n                <div class=\"card-header\">\n                    <a href=\"#expand-ebf3e36\" class=\"card-header-button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" data-target=\"#expand-ebf3e36\" aria-controls=\"expand-ebf3e36\">\n                        <span class=\"title\">SWALLOWABLE 4-MONTH TIME SPANNED GASTRIC BALLOON<\/span><div class=\"right-icon-group\">\n                <div class=\"normal-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-chevron-down\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\n                <div class=\"active-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-chevron-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                    <\/a>\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"card-expand\" id=\"expand-ebf3e36\" style=\"display:none\"><div class=\"card-body\"><p>The Swallowable 4-month Gastric Balloon (Gastric Balloon Pill) is an excellent alternative for patients who do not wish to undergo surgical procedures.<\/p>\n<p>The procedure can be completed in just 10-15 minutes. 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