Gatric Band or Gastric Sleeve ?

Gastric band or gastric balloon?

There are many occasions when people want to lose weight, or need to lose weight for medical reasons who can not qualify for gastric band or gastric sleeve operations because they have a BMI below 35. It is now possible however for those people are able to elect for a gastric balloon.

What is a gastric balloon?

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An Intragastric Balloon is a non-surgical operation which is designed to help people to lose weight when they have a BMI below the normal threshold for gastric band surgery. The procedure involves inserting a non-fixed saline solution filled silicone balloon in to stomach. This has the effect of reducing the eating capacity and calorie intake of the person. Initially, whilst the patients is under a minimal dose of anaesthetic the gastric balloon is introduced to the stomach through the oesophagus in a deflated condition. Once the surgeon is happy that the balloon is correctly placed inside the stomach it is filled with the solution. This whole process takes around 20-30 minutes.

When can the Gastric Balloon be fitted?

They can be fitted to people with a BMI between 27 and 35 who need to lose between 10 to 15 kg. reasonably quickly for health reasons. The fitting of a gastric balloon is also suitable in some cases where the person does not want to undergo a full surgical procedure for medical or other personal reasons. Normally gastric band surgery is only offered to patients with a BMI of over 35, however, for some people who need to lose weight for medical or other social or possibly mobility problems they can now have this alternative fitted. The person must be suitably motivated to be able to follow a strict diet regime following surgery.

http://www.gastric-banding-surgery.co.uk

 

Posted via email from Geoff Lords Hot Flash Relief

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