A balloon procedure can be performed to help with obesity. Under sedation, a balloon is inserted into the stomach and filled with saline solution. The balloon can be shaped to fit the patient’s body structure, and the solution can be customized to meet a variety of needs. The balloon will remain in place for up to six months before it is removed…[Read more]

A gastric balloon is a surgical device that helps people lose weight by reducing the amount of stomach fat. This procedure takes two hours to perform and requires observation and recovery time. During the first three days after the procedure, patients may experience some nausea or discomfort. They may also feel full after the procedure. The cost…[Read more]

Obalon is a gastric balloon that takes up space in the stomach for 6 months. It is similar to an Orbera balloon in that the patient swallows a capsule that is attached to a thin tube and a surgeon inflates the balloon with gas. The balloon will need to be replaced every two weeks, and the procedure costs an average of $7,875 per treatment.

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