Obesity
Intragastric Balloon - The Treatment Of Obesity...
The balloon is place immediately after the GE junction. The advantage to this balloon is that it positions itself to the top of the stomach, where there are receptors that give a sensation of being...
Intragastric Balloon - The Treatment Of Obesity...
Moderate weight loss may be achieved if patients adhere to a weight-reduction program. Weight gain can recur when the balloon is removed after six months therefore the patient should be following...
Intragastric Balloon - The Treatment Of Obesity...
Abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting are common, particularly in the first week after balloon implantation. Lifestyle intervention, including a combination of low-calorie diet, behavioural modification,and...
Intragastric Balloon - The Treatment Of Obesity...
Endoscopic View of Intragastric Balloon The intragastric balloon may be useful when obesity is not severe enough to justify bariatric surgery, or when patients refuse surgery. The intragastric balloon...
Intragastric Balloon - The Treatment Of Obesity...
The Intragastric Balloon is indicated for use for up to six months in patients with a BMI from 30 kg/m2 to 40 kg/m2, who have significant obesity-related health risks. It is also indicated for use...
Intragastric Balloon - The Treatment Of Obesity...
Endoscopic Image of Intragastric Balloon It is important to understand that the IGB is an aid to weight loss and must be used in conjunction with a prescribed diet and behaviour modification program....
Intragastric Balloon - The Treatment Of Obesity...
Positioning was performed, after diagnostic endoscopy, under unconscious sedation. After placement, the balloon was slowly inflated with 840-960 cc of air, which gives the inflated final volume of...
Intragastric Balloon - The Treatment Of Obesity...
Endoscopic View of Intragastric Balloon Is a balloon with a triple shell of air molded silicone and both have polymerized interiors totally biocompatible, that permits a better homogeneity with its...
Intragastric Balloon - The Treatment Of Obesity...
IGB Therapy The inflated IGB stays in the stomach for a maximum of 6 months during which time patients are followed carefully by our medical specialists. In rare circumstances the IGB may have to...
Intragastric Balloon - The Treatment Of Obesity...
Upper Endoscopy Image Showing The Intragastric Balloon Candidates for IGB Patients with moderate obesity (BMI 30 40) which places them at serious medical risk. Patients with severe obesity (BMI >40)...