Everything you need to know about gastric balloon surgery
Gastric balloon surgery is a safe and effective procedure for weight loss. It can be done at the same time as other bariatric procedures such as gastric bypass or sleeve gastrectomy. Although gastric balloons are safe, there are some side effects that you should discuss with your doctor before getting this procedure done. What is Gastric Balloon Surgery? Gastric Balloon Surgery, also known as a gastric balloon, is a procedure where an inflatable balloon is inserted into your stomach and filled with saline. The saline-filled balloon may be able to reduce your appetite and help you lose weight. The FDA has approved this procedure as an alternative to surgery for severely obese adults who have not been able to lose weight through lifestyle changes. In the United States, Gastric Balloon Surgery is only available at select centers and only after patients have tried other less invasive methods of weight loss without success. The results of Gastric Balloon Surgery are similar to those seen wi...