How to get the best gastric balloon results
In order to get the best results from a gastric balloon procedure, it should be combined with exercise and a proper diet. As the balloon will be removed after 3 to 6 months, a strict diet and regular exercise program are required to ensure sustainable result and maintaining a stable weight.
What is a gastric balloon procedure?
Gastric balloon is a procedure designed to help those who want to lose weight. It involves placing a saline-filled balloon into the stomach using the endoscopic method. With this, it suppresses the patient’s appetite which leads to a decreased food intake. This procedure is usually employed as a temporizing measure to induce weight loss.
Who is suitable for a gastric balloon?
Those who have morbid obesity are sometimes recommended to undergo this procedure. This is especially so if they are at risk of developing diabetes as well as hypertension. Patients planning to undergo this procedure should also have a high body mass index based on their ethnic origin. This procedure may also be considered as a bridging method for those who require a surgical weight loss procedure such as removing a part of the stomach. The weight loss brought about by the gastric balloon will help to reduce the surgical risk for such operations.
