A swallowable gastric balloon is a non-surgical, non-pharmaceutical tool used to treat obesity. In conjunction with a supervised diet, it can help you achieve the health and aesthetic benefits associated with weight loss. Traditionally a gastric balloon has to be placed and removed with an endoscopic medical procedure requiring anesthesia. The Gastric ‘Pill’ balloon is a gastric balloon that is swallowed and, months later, naturally excreted. The dissolvable gastric balloon is typically placed during an outpatient visit.

IS A SWALLOWABLE GASTRIC ‘PILL’ BALLOON RIGHT FOR ME?

If your Body Mass Index (BMI) score is over 27, the dissolvable gastric balloon may help you to achieve long-term weight loss and the management of other medical conditions such as type 2 diabetes or high blood pressure. The swallowable gastric balloon procedure may be particularly useful for people considered too overweight to undergo vital surgery. The use of the balloon to successfully reduce weight prior to surgery can also help to reduce the risks associated with surgical procedures on overweight patients. Your consultant will confirm your BMI score and carry out a detailed assessment, before deciding if a gastric balloon is suitable for you.