It is an ingestible medical device to help patients achieve weight loss in cases of overweight and obesity. The Ingestible Balloon consists of a capsule that contains a silicone balloon inside, which is swallowed with the help of a doctor and only a glass of water.
The capsule-shaped Balloon contains a thin catheter through which it is filled with water until it reaches a size of approximately 550 milliliters. This procedure takes about 15 minutes and does not require hospitalization. By occupying space in your stomach, the balloon will make you feel full faster and help you reduce food intake and achieve weight loss.
What sets the Allurion Elipse Gastric Balloon apart from other similar devices is that it does not require endoscopy or anesthesia for placement or removal, as it is swallowed like a normal capsule and is naturally expelled after 16 weeks.
The Ingestible Gastric Balloon is recommended for patients with a BMI of 26 to 31 as it achieves weight loss of 10 to 15 kg and 10 to 15% of their body weight. In addition, the program includes technological support from a smartwatch and scale that will be linked to a personalized mobile application that allows patients to track their progress and receive individualized recommendations for maintaining a healthy diet and lifestyle, as well as follow-up with their doctor and nutritionist.
It is important to note that the Allurion Elipse balloon is also used as a complement to a diet and exercise program supervised by a medical professional. It is not a long-term solution for obesity and should only be used under medical supervision and include permanent changes in the patient's diet and lifestyle to achieve weight loss maintenance.
The balloon should only be used under medical supervision. Additionally, it may not be suitable for everyone and can have side effects such as nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. It is important to evaluate your case to decide if it is the appropriate treatment for weight loss in your case. At Obesity not 4 me, we can help you!.
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