Orbera Balloon Implantation
The Orbera Intragastric Balloon is an example of an endoscopic treatment for weight loss. Endoscopic treatments are performed using a fibre optic flexible scope inserted via the mouth into the stomach. Therefore the procedures involve no surgical scars and are generally quite safe.
The Orbera intragastric balloon is a well studied endoscopic intervention for weight loss that has been implanted in Australia for over a decade.
A 600ml fluid filled balloon is inserted into your stomach where it stays until removal. It gives you a sense of satiety and reduced appetite, reducing your desire for food and portion sizes. It can produce moderate weight loss over this time and has a good safety profile.
It may be suitable for patients who do not qualify for conventional weight loss surgeries
* Please note that the balloon must be removed after a 6 month period. Reimplantations may be possible subsequently however *
