In this method, a hollow balloon is placed in the stomach from the mouth with an endoscopy device. The balloon is then inflated. Thanks to the area covered by the balloon placed in the stomach, patients experience early satiety and satiety. However, an important difference from other interventional methods is that the balloon is removed after a certain period of time (6 months - 1 year). Patients lose 10-20% of their excess weight during this period, depending on their structure.
Who Is The Gastric Balloon Suitable For?
As a primary procedure in adults between the ages of 18-65 who have not been able to lose weight as a result of diet and exercise with a Body Mass Index of 30-40 kg / m2. It is also used as an auxiliary preparation method in the preoperative period in order to reduce the risk of surgery and anesthesia in super or super obese patients. This method is preferred more especially in patients where surgical intervention carries a risk.
Who Is Not Suitable For A Gastric Balloon?
Gastritis, stomach ulcer Previous gastric surgery Wide hiatus hernia (stomach hernia) Pregnancy and breastfeeding Alcohol addiction Bleeding disorder gastric balloon application should not be made in individuals with