Everything you need to know about the gastric balloon by Dr. Carlos Quin Quin

¿What is the gastric balloon?

The gastric balloon is a device that is placed in the stomach to help reduce weight and combat overweight and obesity, being in the stomach it fills with air giving a feeling of satiety since the space inside the stomach is reduced and this makes the patient eat less. The balloon is placed endoscopically through the mouth and removed in the same way.

¿What are the pros and cons of the gastric balloon?

The pros of the gastric balloon:

It is a non-surgical procedure
Does not cause disability
It does not imply greater risks in its placement

Cons of the gastric balloon:

It is relative because it depends on the commitment of each patient, that is, if the patient does not comply with the recommended diet or lifestyle, they can gain back the kilos they lost

Pain and colic with vomiting up to 48 hours after placement

¿How is the recovery of the gastric balloon?

Recovery lasts 48 hours in that period pain and colic with vomiting can occur that are treated with medication.

¿How much weight can I lose with the gastric balloon?

With the gastric balloon, on average, you can lose between 10 to 15 kilos or more if you comply with the nutritional recommendations directed by a nutritionist or nutritionist and the implementation of appropriate physical activities for weight loss.