Intra Gastric Balloon (BIB) System
It is endoscopic procedure to achieve weight loss by nonsurgical approach. Doctor does initial examination of stomach by endoscopy and if there is no abnormality in the stomach, balloon is to be inserted inside the stomach.
The balloon is to be inflated with methylene blue water. The inflated balloon will keep occupying space inside the stomach. This will give feeling of stomach fullness even with less food.
It is advisable when:
- BMI is less than 30
- BMI is high but surgery is risky
Advantages
- It is non-surgical approach
- It is short procedure and can be discharged on the same/next day
Disadvantages
- The balloon is temporary support to lose weight and it is to be removed after six months or one year depending upon the type of balloon.
- The chances of weight regain are very high removal of balloon.
- The patient is to be educated well about care after procedure.
- It can give weight loss only if person is taking care in diet, exercise and lifestyle modification.
It can deflate and migrate in intestine leading to obstruction.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Am I a candidate for intragastric balloon?
It is advisable when – BMI is less than 30 and diet-exercise cannot help to reduce weight. If BMI is high then surgery is risky. It is endoscopic procedure to achieve weight loss by non-surgical approach. Doctor does initial examination of stomach by endoscopy and if there is no abnormality in the stomach, balloon is to be inserted inside the stomach.
How successful is this procedure?
Based on a summary of currently available treatments, loss of about 7% to 15% of body weight is typical during the six months after intragastric balloon placement. Total excess weight loss ranges from 30% to 47%.
What are the side effects of this treatment?
The chances of weight regain are very high after removal of balloon. In some cases Low weight loss, Digestion issues, Blockage of food entering the stomach and Infection are there. It can deflate and migrate in intestine leading to obstruction.
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