An intragastric balloon is a newer kind of weight-loss procedure. A saline-filled silicone balloon is placed in your stomach, which helps you lose weight by limiting how much you can eat. It also makes you feel fuller faster. This procedure is an option if you’re overweight or obese, and diet and exercise haven’t worked for you.
Like other weight-loss procedures, an intragastric balloon requires commitment to a healthier lifestyle. You need to make permanent healthy changes to your diet and get regular exercise to help ensure the long-term success of the intragastric balloon procedure.
The placement of an intragastric balloon helps you lose weight. Weight loss can lower your risk of potentially serious weight-related health problems, such as:
An intragastric balloon and other weight-loss procedures or surgeries are typically done only after you’ve tried to lose weight by improving your diet and exercise habits.
An intragastric balloon may be an option for you if:
Intragastric balloons aren’t the right choice for everyone who is overweight. A screening process will help your doctor see if the procedure might be beneficial for you.
The cost for placing and removing the gastric balloon is not usually covered by health insurance. Check with your health insurance plan or your regional Medicare or Medicaid office to find out if your policy covers the intragastric balloon and insertion procedure.
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At GoalBMI – General & Bariatric Surgery in Brooklyn, NY, we provide comprehensive bariatric surgery, minimally invasive general surgery, and physician-supervised medical weight loss with personalized treatment plans designed around each patient's health goals and long-term success.
Our experienced surgical team includes Dr. Sergey Terushkin, MD, FACS and Dr. Alexander Abdurakhmanov, MD , who work together to deliver advanced bariatric surgery, minimally invasive general surgery, panniculectomy after significant weight loss, hernia repair, gallbladder surgery, and comprehensive obesity care.
Every treatment plan is individualized using evidence-based medicine, modern surgical techniques, and compassionate patient care. From your first consultation through recovery and long-term follow-up, our team is committed to helping you achieve safer surgery, faster recovery, and lasting results.
