For those of you who are not familiar with gastric balloon treatment, also known as
as intragastric balloon treatment, is a common medical procedure used to promote weight loss in people suffering from
chronic obesity.
Intragastric balloon treatment uses medical grade inflatable balloons that are generally made of silicone and the
placed in the main portion of the stomach. The insertion of the intragastric balloon is performed by a completely non-surgical method that
consists of placing the deflated balloon into the stomach through the esophageal conduit, then, once the intragastric balloon is in the stomach,
It is inflated to the appropriate size.
The procedure is non-invasive, completely reversible and much more affordable than other inflation options.
treatment used to treat chronic obesity.
Recommended as an affordable non-invasive weight loss option when your BMI is between
30 and 40. It takes Dr. Núñez approximately 2 hours to complete this procedure.
Advantages:
- No incisions required
- Temporary; the balloon is alone in the stomach for six months or less
- The outpatient procedure is performed under mild sedation; You return home the same day.
The intragastric balloon is usually filled or inflated with a light saline solution or with
purified air. The doctor performing the procedure can fill the intragastric balloon to the desired size once
has already been placed in the stomach.
The idea behind the intragastric balloon is to inflate it to the point that it helps the
people who struggle with obesity to feel full or satiated much more quickly and with much less food entering
to your digestive system.
Patients with intragastric balloon will usually have the device removed from their stomach
after 6 to 12 months, a period of time in which most weight loss results have been achieved
desired.
Includes:Transportation service, hospital fees, preoperative and postoperative tests, and preoperative nutritional consultation
As highlighted in the previous sections of the article, there are a variety of ways commonly
accepted procedures in which the intragastric balloon is normally inserted into the stomach, all of which are completely non-invasive.
The
The first step of the procedure is to consciously sedate the patient to ensure that they are relaxed and feel only minimal discomfort.
Once the anesthesia is working, the intragastric balloon will be placed into the stomach by endoscopic insertion or swallowed
under fluoroscopy guidance.
Once the intragastric balloon has been placed safely in the stomach, sometimes pushing it
manually from outside the stomach, it will be inflated with purified air so that it can work effectively to suppress appetite
of the ball receiver.
The balloon floats in the stomach above the lumen, instead of pressing hard against any part of the walls
of the stomach. The medical tourist patient will commonly undergo intragastric balloon surgery in Merida, Yucatan, Mexico.
This is by far the most common form of intragastric balloon treatment. It is also
the most studied and researched method, and numerous medical trials have been carried out to study the results and possible effects
secondary.
It is an FDA-approved treatment for chronic obesity. Previously known as bioenteric balloon treatment,
The registered method involves placing a single balloon into the patient's stomach through endoscopic means. Once the balloon
lone inflates in the stomach, it can quickly induce weight loss because it forces the recipient to feel much fuller.
faster than you would feel without treatment. You can purchase this gastric balloon surgery in Merida, Yucatan, Mexico. Treatment
with Spatz 3 Gastric Balloon.
Many medical tourists look for this gastric balloon in Mexico. It is a gastric balloon surgery particularly
Requested in Merida, Yucatan, Mexico. While the Spatz treatment has not yet been approved by the FDA, it is still available worldwide.
This trademarked intragastric balloon treatment involves placing a single balloon into the patient's stomach and leaving it
there for a minimum of 12 months. Of all intragastric balloon treatments, this one is considered to use the most
of time to achieve the desired weight loss. It is often used by patients with severe chronic obesity and has a history
Proven to achieve fantastic results.
Who should avoid gastric balloon treatment?
You will not be eligible to purchase a gastric balloon in Mexico if you suffer from certain health problems or other conditions. These ailments or conditions
ineligible include chronic liver disease, bleeding or blood clotting disorders, pregnancy, lactation, malignancy
gastrointestinal, previous stomach surgeries, peptic ulcer, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, inflammatory disease
intestinal and others.
If any of these conditions apply to you, be sure to tell a doctor so they can look into options
alternative treatment options that are safer for you and your current health situation.
How effective is this type of treatment?
FDA-approved studies have shown that gastric balloon treatment can generally cause an obese person to lose
up to 32 percent of your excess body weight or EWL. This percentage is usually achieved after 6 to 12 months after the balloon
remain in the stomach, unlike shorter treatment durations of 4 months. With shorter duration treatments,
In about 4 months, patients will typically lose about 10 percent of their excess body weight.
Are there effects
side effects of the procedure?
The most common side effects of the gastric balloon procedure usually include nausea,
bloating, vomiting, upset stomach and stomach cramps. Less common side effects experienced by some patients
include diarrhea, frequent belching, mild to moderate constipation, gas, swallowing problems, vitamin and mineral deficiencies,
sore throat, frequent hiccups, stomach pain and heaviness in the stomach.
Most patients only suffer from these symptoms
temporarily and usually disappear completely after 1 to 3 weeks after the procedure is performed. In rare cases
in which the patient experiences these side effects for more than 3 weeks, medications may be given to relieve
partially or completely the symptoms.
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safe and effective.
Can be removed
By design, the gastric balloon should only remain in the stomach for 6 months
before being removed.
No surgery involved
The patient is sedated and a thin tube with the silicone balloon inside is guided
down the throat to the stomach.
Less expensive alternative
Our costs are 80% LESS than advertised in the US, ranging from $7,500 USD and $8,500 USD.
High eligibility rate
You may be eligible for a gastric balloon even if you are not eligible for surgery.
Actual weight loss
Intragastric Balloon treatment produces real weight loss results.
Made by Dr. Jesús Nuñez
Performed by a multi certificate bariatric surgeon who specializes in this treatment.
Orbera 6 remains in the stomach for 6 months while
than the Spatz 3 up to 12 months. If you undergo intragastric balloon surgery in Merida, Yucatan, Mexico, the balloon will usually remain
in the stomach between 6 and 12 months.
The duration of treatment usually depends on the severity of chronic obesity and the patient's general health. Yeah
buy a gastric balloon in Mexico, the reason it will typically be removed before the 12-month marker is that researchers
trained experts have concluded that pressure should not be placed on the walls of the stomach for more than a year, since
the stomach lining can become overstretched or irritated.
For this reason, 12 months is the longest balloons can last.
inflated they can stay in place.
What types of people are typically eligible for treatment?
The types of people who are typically eligible for treatment
intragastric balloon surgery in Merida, Yucatan, Mexico are those who suffer from severe chronic obesity.
People with a higher BMI
up to 30 usually receive the treatment. Anyone with chronic obesity severe enough to be at high risk of
develop more diseases, fatal complications due to obesity or a high cardiovascular risk, are excellent candidates for
intragastric balloon surgery in Merida, Yucatan, Mexico.
The life-saving treatment is approved by the FDA in most cases
and has helped restore the health of thousands of people around the world over the past two decades.
Are there procedural complications that may occur?
In rare cases, there may be some complications with gastric balloon treatments. These complications include esophagitis, reflux
gastroesophageal, gastric erosion, ulcers or rapid deflation of the gastric balloon. There have also been extremely rare cases of perforation
gastric obstruction, small intestine obstruction, and intestinal dilation caused by the procedure. If you have any questions or concerns about
possible complications of the procedure, be sure to express these concerns to your doctor well before performing the procedure.
Post-weight control procedure
Once a procedure has been successfully performed
of gastric balloon, the patient is often encouraged to work with a nutritionist and weight loss specialist to prevent recurrence
the weight you lost. Low-calorie, nutrient-dense diets are generally recommended, especially those that are rich in
leafy green vegetables and low in fruits and starchy vegetables. Excess carbohydrates are generally not recommended as part
of a post-procedure diet, as they tend to encourage rapid weight gain, offer low levels of nutrition, and the
Causing blood sugar spikes can lead to extreme cravings for refined sugar intake.
Regular and frequent exercise should also be part of any post-treatment weight loss plan.
procedure, as exercise will burn excess calories ingested and correct any metabolic deficiency you may be suffering from
a person. Exercise is a great way to keep hormone and thyroid production at an optimal rate to ensure that the
body is able to burn calories at a normal, healthy rate.
If you have fought against this disease for several
years and you still have not achieved your weight goals, here at Gastric Bypass Mérida, led by the expert on this topic, Bariatric Surgeon
Certified, Dr. Jesús Núñez, who puts your physical and mental health as a priority, is here to help you and accompany you throughout this whole
process. Come to us today to talk a little more about your alternatives, schedule your appointment and start this journey
of transformation that you have been waiting for so long. Call now!
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Dr. Jesús Núñez, we pride ourselves on offering a compassionate, multidisciplinary approach to weight loss. Our
team is dedicated to providing you with the necessary support, care and advice to ensure that your journey towards
weight loss is successful and sustainable. If you are ready to take control of your health and start a new chapter
in your life, we are here to help you.
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