Gastric Balloon Melbourne

About Gastric Balloon Melbourne

A Gastric balloon procedure involves the use soft silicone balloon. The balloon sits in your stomach and reduces your appetite. This helps with portion control and quick weight loss.

The average weight loss of this procedure is 10-20kg. Intra gastric balloons are non-surgical and are placed in your stomach under light sedation. They are usually painless, although some patients feel nauseated for a few days after insertion.

A gastric balloon is a good way to kick-start your weight loss if you are moderately overweight. It provides temporary weight loss and patients can regain weight after removal.

Understanding the Gastric Balloon procedure

The sleeve gastrectomy procedure takes around 20 minutes. It is conducted via a gastroscopy under light sedation or general anaesthesia.

After 6 months, the balloon is removed, and you will be supported to continue making healthy lifestyle choices.

This process is reversable and no post-operative adjustments are required.

GASTRIC BALLOON AT A GLANCE

10-20 kg excess weight loss
Great way to kick-start weight loss
Non-surgical
Feel fuller, quicker
Removed after 6 months
Not rebate through Medicare
No rebate through private health insurance

Expected weight loss

Most people who have this procedure lose roughly 10 – 20 kilograms in the first six months. From here we support you to make healthy choices around diet and exercise so that you can continue and/or maintain this achievement.

Your new life

Your new life after a gastric balloon procedure will involve some changes. The balloon will be in place for 6 months. Most patients can tolerate the balloon for 6 months, however, some people choose to have it removed early. After initial weight loss is achieved, you will need to make healthy choices around food intake and exercise.

For many people, a 10-20kg weight loss can be enough to change their life for the better. Talk to us today to see if this procedure is right for you.