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Gastric Balloon to Help Control Portion Sizes and Support Weight Loss
What Is Allurion?
Allurion is a gastric balloon used to support a weight loss program. The balloon is inside a capsule that is swallowed, and once it is confirmed to be in the stomach, the balloon is filled with fluid through a small tube.
In a normal placement, Allurion does not require surgery, endoscopy, or anesthesia. The balloon is designed to stay in the stomach for about 4 months, then deflate and pass naturally through the digestive tract. The program needs to be accompanied by doctor guidance and lifestyle changes so that weight loss results are better directed.
What Concerns Can It Help With?
- Overweight or obesity.
- Difficulty controlling portion sizes.
- Feeling hungry easily or finding it hard to limit the amount of food.
- A weight loss program that has not given the expected results.
- Patients who want a gastric balloon option without surgery.
Not all patients can use Allurion. Eligibility must still be determined through a doctor’s examination first.
How Does It Work?
Before the program starts, the doctor will assess your medical history, weight, body composition, body measurements, and additional tests if needed. At placement:
- The Allurion capsule containing the empty balloon is swallowed.
- The position of the capsule in the stomach is checked using X-ray.
- Once the position is confirmed, the balloon is filled with fluid through a small tube.
- The position and filling of the balloon are checked again before the process is complete.
Once filled, the balloon takes up part of the space in the stomach so you can feel full faster with smaller portions.
After about 16 weeks or 4 months, the balloon deflates on its own and passes naturally through the digestive tract.
Who Is It Suitable For?
Allurion can be considered for:
- Adults with overweight or obesity.
- Patients who find it hard to control portion sizes.
- Patients who need extra help in a weight loss program.
- Patients who want a gastric balloon program without surgery.
Allurion is not suitable for everyone. Further examination is needed if you have:
- A history of stomach or esophageal surgery.
- Swallowing disorders.
- Disorders of the stomach or digestive tract.
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding.
- Use of certain medications.
- Other health conditions that may affect the safety of using the balloon.
A history of stomach or esophageal surgery and pregnancy are conditions that need attention when determining Allurion eligibility.
How Long Does Placement Take?
The placement process generally takes about 15-20 minutes and is done without surgery or anesthesia in a normal placement.
After placement, you will be monitored before being allowed to go home.
What Is the Adjustment Period Like?
In the first few days, the body needs time to adjust to the balloon in the stomach.
| Time | What May Happen |
|---|---|
| Days 1-3 | Nausea, vomiting, stomach cramps, and a feeling of fullness or discomfort may occur. |
| Days 3-7 | Complaints usually start to reduce as the body adjusts. |
| The following weeks | Eating patterns start to adjust to smaller portions. |
| About 4 months | The balloon deflates and passes naturally. |
Nausea, stomach cramps, and vomiting are complaints that can occur after placement and are usually managed with medication and doctor monitoring. The adjustment period can differ for each patient.
How Long Does the Balloon Stay in the Stomach?
Allurion stays in the stomach for about 4 months or around 16 weeks. After that, the valve on the balloon opens, the fluid is released, and the empty balloon passes naturally through the digestive tract. However, the weight management program does not end after the balloon passes. Guidance and habit changes remain important to help maintain results.
When Will Results Start to Show?
Changes in portion size usually start to be felt after the body gets through the adjustment period. As the program goes on, changes in weight and body size can start to show gradually. Allurion data shows an average weight loss of about 10-15% of starting weight in about 4 months, but each patient’s results can differ. Results cannot be guaranteed because they are influenced by body condition, diet, activity, and how consistent the patient is during the program.
How Many Times Is It Done?
One Allurion balloon is used for about 4 months. The guidance program can last longer to help patients build better eating patterns and lifestyle. The Allurion program itself is designed as part of a habit change that lasts at least about 6 months. If you want a subsequent placement, the doctor needs to re-evaluate you first.
What Programs Can It Be Combined With?
Allurion is best combined with some of these treatments:
| Program | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Nutritionist Consultation | Gives eating guidance adjusted to the patient’s condition and needs. |
| WegoSlim / Mounjaro | Helps control hunger and blood sugar |
| Hollywood Body Sculpting | Helps tighten skin and break down localized fat (avoid for the stomach area) |
| A-Line | Breaks down localized fat |
Medication for weight management is only considered if the doctor judges it safe, necessary, and suitable for the patient’s condition.
What Should I Prepare Before Placement?
Before placement:
- Share your full medical and surgical history.
- Tell us about all medications and supplements you are using.
- Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning a pregnancy.
- Follow the eating and drinking instructions before the procedure.
- Have additional tests if recommended by your doctor.
Complete information helps the doctor make sure Allurion is a suitable and safe choice.
What Should I Note After Placement?
- Follow the eating and drinking stages given by your doctor.
- Drink gradually so your fluid needs are still met.
- Use medication as directed by your doctor.
- Do not force yourself to eat large amounts.
- Go to check-ups on schedule.
- Tell other medical staff that you are using a gastric balloon if you need medical care while the balloon is still in the stomach.
When Should I Contact a Doctor Right Away?
Contact your doctor right away if you experience:
- Continuous vomiting.
- Being unable to eat or drink.
- Severe or worsening stomach pain.
- A very bloated stomach.
- Signs of dehydration such as extreme weakness or dizziness.
- Fever.
- Bleeding.
- Shortness of breath.
- Other complaints that feel severe or unusual.
Persistent nausea, vomiting, dehydration, or stomach pain while using the balloon needs to be discussed with your doctor right away.
Consult with a GLOSKIN Doctor
The Allurion program at GLOSKIN does not focus only on placing a balloon and lowering the number on the scale. Before deciding on a program, patients go through evaluations such as body composition, body measurements, medical history, and additional tests if needed. The doctor then looks at all these results together with your body condition, daily habits, and the goals you want to reach to decide whether Allurion is a suitable choice. During the program, progress is monitored so that patients have weight loss targets that are realistic, directed, and suited to their body, while also building habits that help maintain results after the balloon has passed.