The Intragastric balloon is not a surgical procedure. It is an endoscopic procedure that does not require anesthesia and is sometimes performed under sedation. Or it places just via swallowing a capsule-shaped balloon neither requires endoscopy nor anesthesia. It is a temporary method aimed at filling the stomach earlier by placing a balloon in the stomach and feeling the satiety more quickly. This method is generally preferred in patients with a body mass index of 30-35 kg / m² and without additional diseases such as diabetes. It can also be used as a pre-operative preparation for overweight patients to lose some weight.
Depending on the selected balloon type, it is removed endoscopically after remaining in the stomach for 6 months to 1 year. The patient is given time to lose weight and change eating habits during balloon insertion.
If we talk about the advantages of the gastric balloon, the most important thing is that the gastric balloon does not require surgical intervention. Therefore, all surgical risks are eliminated. You don’t have to worry about any unwanted complications such as infection. The “Gastric Band”, which was once very popular, was not a surgical procedure that caused changes in metabolism, but it was still a surgical procedure. This method is no longer applied because patients cannot benefit from it sufficiently, has now been replaced by sleeve gastrectomy surgery. Gastric sleeve surgery is a more ideal method for patients in the morbidly obese (BMI over 40) category.
Non-Surgical Obesity Treatment
A gastric balloon is a minimally invasive procedure that has proven to be an effective bariatric treatment. Due to the availability of experienced personnel and state-of-the-art facilities, gastric balloon treatment in Turkey has become very popular among prospective patients. Advanced surgical centers like the Paradisee Clinic İstanbul provide cutting-edge gastric balloon treatment in Istanbul . Getting a gastric balloon in Turkey is not only accessible to all but cost-effective as well.
STEP BY STEP GASTRIC BALLOON PROCEDURE
Initial Consultation and Assessment:
Comprehensive evaluation, including medical history, BMI assessment, nutritional counseling, and psychological screening.
Preparation and Sedation:
Mild sedation is administered to ensure comfort during the procedure, though general anesthesia is not required.
Endoscopic Balloon Placement:
The deflated silicone balloon is inserted endoscopically through the mouth into the stomach under direct visualization.
Balloon Inflation:
Once properly positioned, the balloon is inflated using sterile saline solution mixed with a harmless blue dye, occupying significant space within the stomach.
Final Checks and Recovery:
The endoscope is gently withdrawn, concluding the brief procedure. The patient is monitored for approximately one hour post-insertion, before discharge the same day.
Benefits of Gastric Balloon
The gastric balloon procedure offers numerous scientifically-supported benefits:
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FAQ GASTRIC BALLOON PROCEDURE
What is a gastric balloon?
How does a gastric balloon work?
The gastric balloon takes up space in the stomach and providing a feeling of fullness, allowing you to eat less and get hungry late.
How long does the gastric balloon stay in the stomach?
Depending on the type, the gastric balloon stays in the stomach for 4-6 or 12 months.
Who qualifies for gastric balloon?
Gastric balloon treatment is ideal for people with a body mass index of 27-40 and having difficulty in dieting.
How old to have a gastric balloon?
Gastric balloon procedure can be applied to patients between the ages of 18-65.
How much weight do people lose with a gastric balloon?
An average of 15-20 KG can be lost with a gastric balloon. At the end of the treatment, patients can lose about 15-20% of their initial weight.
What about breastfeeding with a gastric balloon?
We do not recommend gastric balloon insertion, considering that the diet to be made after the gastric balloon during breastfeeding may affect the amount and quality of milk.
Is Gastric Balloon Fitted for Those Who Have Reflux or Gastritis?
Before the gastric balloon placement, the inside of the stomach is examined by endoscopy and it is decided to insert a gastric balloon according to the level of the discomfort or postpone it until after treatment. After gastritis or reflux treatment, a gastric balloon is inserted.
Who is not a candidate for gastric balloon?
Gastric balloon is not qualified to pregnant women, long-term cortisone users, those who are undergoing cancer treatment or those who have recently had cancer treatment.
How is Gastric Balloon Insertion Made?
It is a process that takes 15-20 minutes on average. Depending on the type of balloon, it is placed into the stomach and inflated with or without endoscopy (by swallowing with water).
Do I need to stay in the hospital after the gastric balloon?
Since the procedure is performed under anesthesia in endoscopic gastric balloons, we recommend staying in the hospital for 1 hour after the gastric balloon insertion. Those who have an elipse gastric balloon can be discharged immediately.
How long is recovery after gastric balloon?
The time to return to daily life and work after gastric balloon is 1 to 3 days.
When can I get back to work after the procedure?
After the procedure you will be discharged the same day. Return to work time varies according to the patient’s adaptation to the balloon.
While this period is generally 1-3 days for the Allurion balloon, it may take a little longer for the endoscopic balloon.
What are the side effects of gastric balloon?
After the procedure, patients may have stomach contractions, nausea, cramping, and complaints. But it is unclear what patients these problems may be. For this reason, patients are informed about this issue and the necessary medical treatment is regulated.
How to remove the intragastric balloon?
It is performed with the help of anesthesia and endoscopy during insertion and removal of the balloon. The contents of the inflated balloon are first emptied and then removed with the aid of an endoscope.
Who is Gastric Balloon Suitable for?
People suitable for Gastric Balloon are those who have difficulty in dieting and/or have health problems related to excess weight. There are certain conditions for a gastric balloon. First of all, it is important to have the required body mass index for the gastric balloon, which we have detailed above according to the type of balloon. Body mass index alone is not sufficient to decide on gastric balloon. In some cases, body mass index, age, etc. factors can be considered as secondary. Many factors such as comorbidities, abdominal fat, and the presence of eating disorders can be evaluated and the application can be decided. In addition, morbidly obese patients who will undergo gastric sleeve surgery can also undergo gastric balloon treatment to achieve weight loss in preparation for the surgery.
How much does the Gastric Balloon cost in Turkey?
“How much does the gastric balloon cost?” It must be the most popular among all these questions 🙂
Current 2026 gastric balloon prices in Turkey vary between 1500€ and 3000€, depending on the type of gastric balloon and the place where the procedure is made. Contact us to find out whether you are a suitable patient and our gastric balloon prices.