Swallowable Gastric Balloon
Allurion Elipse Gastric Balloon for Fast Weight Loss
Allurion Elipse Gastric Balloon is swallowed without any surgical intervention and swells and takes up space in your stomach. In this way, it helps weight loss by increasing your satiety. It reduces the amount of food consumed throughout the day. You will lose weight faster and easier.
How is Allurion Elipse Gastric Balloon Applied?
Allurion Elipse Gastric Balloon is swallowed in the form of small pills under the guidance of our Health Specialists, without the need for anesthesia or endoscopy. The gastric balloon is inflated to cover your stomach and is checked by a doctor. The whole procedure takes about 20 minutes from beginning to end. You are constantly supported with the Allurion Smart Scale, Allurion Smart Watch, and the exclusive Allurion Mobile App. The Balloon stays in your stomach for about 16 weeks.
What will happen to the Elipse Gastric Balloon after 16 weeks?
After approximately 16 weeks, the Allurion Elipse Gastric Balloon will deflate naturally and will be naturally expelled from your body. During this time, our dedicated nutrition team will assist you to ensure your weight loss results are permanent!
How is the Gastric Balloon placed?
Insertion of the balloon takes place during a 20-minute outpatient visit. The Allurion Elipse Gastric Balloon is the first gastric balloon that does not require endoscopy* or anesthesia for insertion or removal. All you have to do is swallow a capsule containing a deflated balloon with a thin filling string with a glass of water: When the Allurion Elipse Gastric Balloon is confirmed by X-ray to be in your stomach, the balloon is filled with water via a thin filling string. A second X-ray will be taken to make sure the balloon is properly filled.
Is the Allurion Elipse Gastric Balloon better than dieting alone?
A recent clinical study has shown that when combined with an intense 16-week lifestyle change (nutrition and exercise), the Allurion Elipse Gastric Balloon aids in significant weight loss compared to lifestyle change alone. The percentage of patients who achieved 10% of their total body weight loss in 16 weeks with the Allurion Elipse Gastric Balloon was only 8% in those trying to lose weight with diet and exercise alone, while it was 72% with the Allurion Elipse Gastric Balloon. The Allurion Elipse Gastric Balloon is more successful than dieting alone because patients feel less hungry, feel full faster after eating, and do not experience the hunger pangs that typically occur while dieting.
Can I return to normal activities after the insertion of the Gastric Balloon?
After 20 minutes of insertion, you can continue with your life, but you may experience some side effects such as nausea for a few days. Your Health Care Professional will advise you on the best plan to resume your activities, such as care and nutrition after placement, and gym and exercise.
Could it be understood that I have Allurion Elipse Gastric Balloon in my stomach?
The Allurion Elipse Gastric Balloon is a hidden experience and cannot be seen from the outside. No one will know you have a balloon in your stomach unless you tell people.
How much weight can be lost with the Allurion Elipse Gastric Balloon?
Numerous clinical studies have shown that approximately 16 weeks from the Elipse Program, patients lose an average of 10-15% of their total body weight. If you still want to lose more weight, a second Balloon can be inserted after completing the first program.
Will I regain the weight I lost?
95% of patients continue to lose weight 12 months after Balloon insertion!
Does the Allurion Elipse Gastric Balloon need to be removed by a doctor?
After approximately 16 weeks, the Allurion Elipse Gastric Balloon deflates by itself and is expelled from the body. In very rare cases, intervention may be required.