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Our dedicated team of professionals understands that weight loss is a unique journey, and we are here to support you every step of the way. With our expertise in gastric balloon procedures, we offer a safe and effective non-surgical solution to assist you in your weight loss effort.
The gastric balloon procedure is a non-surgical solution to help you lose weight* without surgery, pills or diets. It is ideal if you have tried dieting without long-term success but don’t qualify for a surgical procedure or don’t want to resort to a life-changing operation. The gastric balloon is implanted for 4, 6 or 12 months (depending on your choice of balloon) after which time it is removed, leaving your stomach and digestive system intact. The saline-filled balloon occupies a large area in your stomach, meaning there is less space for food. It acts as a built-in portion control.
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Am I eligible?
There are many factors to consider for eligibility but we generally offer the gastric balloon procedure to those with a minimum body mass index (BMI) of 27.
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Admission: You will not need to be admitted to hospital. You will simply attend for a 20 minute Outpatient appointment in an X-Ray suite.
Sedation: There is no sedation required for the procedure.
The procedure: You will be asked to swallow the balloon capsule with a glass of water. It is attached to a long thin tube which is guided down your throat. An X-Ray will confirm the correct position of the balloon in the stomach. The balloon is filled with saline (salt water) and a second X-Ray will confirm the placement before the balloon is detached and the tube removed.
Discharge: As you haven’t been sedated, you will be able to drive yourself home.
Implantation: The balloon stays in place for approx 4 months/16 weeks at which point it will spontaneously deflate. There is no removal procedure or return to the hospital. The balloon will naturally pass through the digestive tract.
The cost of our swallowable gastric balloon procedures starts from £4,099. This includes the procedure, the required medications, digital scales, activity tracker and our industry-leading aftercare.
Allurion: Average weight loss is 10-15%* of your starting bodyweight
Allurion Plus+: Average weight loss is between 10-22%* of your starting bodyweight
Our endoscopic balloon treatment is a safe and minimally invasive option that can help you achieve your weight loss goals..
Admission: You will be admitted as a day case patient at your chosen hospital and taken to an endoscopy suite.
Sedation: You will be semi-conscious throughout the 20 minute procedure but sedated for your comfort. It is not a general anaesthetic.
The procedure: The consultant will check the health of your stomach with a camera. Then using an endoscope (long tube), the soft deflated balloon slides through your mouth, down your throat and into your stomach. Once filled with saline (salt water), the balloon is detached and the tube is removed.
Discharge: You will be in the hospital for 3-4 hours, there is no overnight stay. As you have been sedated, you won’t be able to drive so you’ll need someone to take you home.
Implantation: The balloon stays in place for up to 12 months, before it is removed in a similar 20 minute day case procedure.
Removal: At the end of the implantation period the balloon is removed via the same method. Again you will be sedated whilst the balloon is drained and removed endoscopically.
The cost of our endoscopic gastric balloon procedures starts from £4,349. This includes the incursion, removal, required medication, digital scales and industry-leading aftercare.
BIB: Average weight loss is between 10-18%* of your starting bodyweight
Orbera365: Average weight loss is between 15-20%* of your starting bodyweight
Swallowable Balloon for £4,099
The Allurion Balloon is a non-surgical weight loss solution designed to help individuals achieve their weight loss goals without permanent surgical intervention.
Through a simple, minimally invasive procedure, the Allurion Balloon is placed in the stomach, providing a feeling of fullness and reducing hunger. With its unique self-sealing design, the balloon remains securely in place for four months, offering a safe and effective approach to sustainable weight loss. Throughout the treatment period, patients receive ongoing support and guidance from healthcare professionals to optimize their weight loss journey.
BMI
27-50kg/m2
Weight loss
10-15% of bodyweight
implantation
4 Months
The Allurion Balloon is a non-surgical weight loss solution designed to help individuals achieve their weight loss goals without permanent surgical intervention.
Through a simple, minimally invasive procedure, the Allurion Balloon is placed in the stomach, providing a feeling of fullness and reducing hunger. With its unique self-sealing design, the balloon remains securely in place for four months, offering a safe and effective approach to sustainable weight loss. After a 2-month break without the balloon, another sequential balloon is placed for a further 4 months. Throughout the treatment period, patients receive ongoing support and guidance from healthcare professionals to optimize their weight loss journey.
BMI
27-50kg/m2
Weight loss
10-22% of bodyweight
implantation
8 Months ( 2x 4 Months)
Endoscopic Balloon for £4,599
The Orbera 365 Balloon is a non-surgical weight loss solution designed to help individuals achieve their weight loss goals without permanent surgical intervention.
Through a simple, minimally invasive procedure, The Orbera 365 Balloon is placed in the stomach, providing a feeling of fullness and reducing hunger. With its unique self-sealing design, the balloon remains securely in place for twelve months, offering a safe and effective approach to sustainable weight loss. Throughout the treatment period, patients receive ongoing support and guidance from healthcare professionals to optimise their weight loss journey.
BMI
27-50kg/m2
Weight loss
15-20% of bodyweight
implantation
12 Months
Endoscopic Balloon for £4,349
The BIB Balloon is a non-surgical weight loss solution designed to help individuals achieve their weight loss goals without permanent surgical intervention.
Through a simple, minimally invasive procedure, the BIB Balloon is placed in the stomach, providing a feeling of fullness and reducing hunger. With its unique self-sealing design, the balloon remains securely in place for six months, offering a safe and effective approach to sustainable weight loss. Throughout the treatment period, patients receive ongoing support and guidance from healthcare professionals to optimise their weight loss journey.
BMI
30-50kg/m2
Weight loss
10-18% of bodyweight
implantation
6 Months
Don’t just take our word for it, we’re proud to share the stories of our real patients, who achieved their goals with the help of the Gastric Balloon Group.
Helena Lost 2 stone
Kat Lost 6 stone
Tina Lost 3 stone
*Compared with dieting, research studies show that a gastric balloon programme can help you lose 3 times more weight than by following a diet and exercise alone. Results and benefits do vary and are different for each individual. As such, Gastric Balloon Group cannot guarantee specific weight loss goals.