ALLURION BALLOON
What is Allurion balloon ?
Once inflated, the balloon induces a sense of fullness, effectively reducing food intake and kickstarting the weight loss journey. This non-invasive method presents a game-changing alternative to traditional bariatric surgeries, eliminating the need for incisions or anaesthesia.
The convenience and simplicity of the Allurion Balloon make it an attractive option for those seeking effective weight loss without the complexities associated with surgical procedures.
Offering a beacon of hope for individuals navigating weight loss challenges, the Allurion Balloon stands out as a convenient and appealing alternative to traditional bariatric surgeries. The process begins with the patient easily swallowing a pill containing the deflated balloon. Once in the stomach, the balloon is then inflated, triggering a sensation of fullness that naturally curbs the appetite and fosters weight loss.
This non-surgical solution not only eliminates the need for incisions and anaesthesia but also provides a more accessible option for individuals seeking effective weight loss interventions. The Allurion Balloon represents a paradigm shift in the approach to non-surgical weight loss, combining innovation with simplicity to enhance the journey towards a healthier lifestyle.
HOW DOES IT WORK?
An advanced bariatric procedure performed under general anaesthesia, typically completed within 2-3 hours through laparoscopic techniques.
A portion of The Allurion Balloon operates through a straightforward and patient-friendly process. In a brief 20-minute consultation with your doctor, the balloon is placed in your stomach.
The procedure involves swallowing a capsule containing the deflated balloon, which is then confirmed for correct positioning through an X-ray. Once verified, the balloon is filled using a connected tube, and the tube is subsequently detached after a second X-ray, leaving the fully inflated balloon in the stomach.
An innovative feature of the Allurion Balloon is its auto-degradation, occurring naturally within 16-20 weeks. During this period, individuals typically experience a weight loss of 10-15% of their total body weight. Importantly, the entire process requires no endoscopy, anesthesia, or surgery, making it a minimally invasive and convenient option.
The Allurion Balloon's effectiveness extends beyond its physical presence. It integrates seamlessly with a Virtual Care Suite, providing users with flexibility and optimizing their weight loss journey. The suite includes a Smart Health Tracker Watch, a Smart Connected Scale, Cloud Integration, and a Phone App. This interconnected system empowers individuals by providing real-time feedback on various metrics, such as BMI, sleeping patterns, calorie metabolism, and heart rate. The collected data is utilized to detect and reprogram variables, enhancing the weight loss experience.
To ensure holistic support throughout the journey, the Allurion Balloon comes with the Trifecta program. This comprehensive approach involves a team of specialists, including a Gastro-Surgeon, Doctor, Psychotherapist, Bespoke Nutritional Therapist, Personalized Fitness Trainer, and a Follow-Up Nurse.
The program is designed to facilitate a gradual transition in lifestyle, aligning with individual capabilities and body requirements. The aim is to empower individuals to sustain weight loss effortlessly beyond the balloon period. The Trifecta program offers comprehensive consultations, daily check-ins, and free support beyond six months, fostering a sense of control and success from day one.
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Procedure
*NO ENDOSCOPY
*NO ANESTHESIA
*NO SURGERY
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Power of Artificial Intelligence
A Virtual Care Suite that allows you all the flexibility & Optimizes your weight loss
- Smart Health Tracker Watch
- Smart Connected Scale
- Cloud Integration
- Phone App
Works in sync with balloon to optimize your weight loss by giving power to your hands through your App. The Scale and Watch give feedback to your phones App and track everything from your BMI drop to your sleeping patterns to your calories metabolism to your heart rate. This is then utilized to detect and reprogram variables to amplify the weight loss journey.
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Specialist Consultations
The most important part – Keeping the weight off. Your team of specialists is holding your hand through this journey from day one
- Gastro-Surgeon
- Doctor
- Psychotherapist
- Bespoke Nutritional Therapist
- Personalized Fitness Trainer
- Follow Up Nurse
The Trifecta program applies a holistic approach to advocate for gradual transition of your life style. We ensure that the program is in sync with your capabilities, your body’s requirements and empower you to sustain the weight loss throughout your life after the balloon passes. We put you in control of your life from Day 1 and make your weight loss journey effortless.Comprehensive consultations & daily check ins. FREE support beyond 6 months
A 15-20 minutes Procedure
Initiate Your Weight Loss Journey by Experiencing a Sense of Fullness
1 Pre Placement
Meet your team
Where we explain to you the Trifecta program facets, take a detailed medical history to see if you are eligible.
Work Up
We will then do a series of lab, imaging, anthropometry & mental assement tests to know your bodys inner workings and consequently set viable goals.
Preparation
You will be prepared physically & mentally with support from our specialists for the placement of the balloon.
2 Balloon Placement
Practise
We go a step further and practice the process beforehand so you are absolutely comfortable. In addition, we give you medication to help with the process.
Effortless swallowing
Of the folded balloon packaged into a tiny pill, attached to a very thin tube. Once in the stomach,balloon is filled via the thin tube with 550mls of water & the tube removed gently, leaving the filled balloon in the stomach.
The AI devices
We set up you up with Trifecta’s third arm to keep YOU in control & connected.
3 Post Balloon Placement
Start your weight loss journey once balloon placed, the AI devices optimize your weight loss & the team of specialists help you keep the weight off long term.
The specialist consultation continues right after balloon placement till the 6th month with daily check-ins. We ensure you’re comfortable and reach your set goal through a smooth and holistic lifestyle change.
With real time connection with your team via the AI devices we are able to track your medical status, diet & physical activity which helps us make the Trifecta program hassle free so you can go back to whats really important Take a Honeymoon from hunger!
4 Balloon Passage and Beyond
Passage
The balloon is safe, it auto degrades, deflates and passes out through your system naturally in 16-20 weeks. Our specialist consults continue till 24 weeks for that added reinforcement.
Beyond
95% of weight loss achieved is sustained after balloon passage. Our Trifecta Program reconditions the body and mind that helps you not only maintain your weight but keep losing if you so desire.
THE TRIFECTA PROGRAM
6 MONTHS
The Balloon Procedure
The Connected Scale, Health Tracker & App
All Specialist Consultation ~ 50 Visits
All Lab ~ 25 full body tests & Imaging ~ 3 tests
All Pre & Post Procedure Medication
Skin Contouring
Colon Hydrotherapy
FREE Support Beyond 6 Months
FAQs
On average, patients lose up to 15% of their total body weight.
The saline filled silicon balloon is put inside the stomach using an endoscope under sedation in 20 minutes. The balloon is connected to a long,thin tube. Once the capsule has entered your stomach you will have a first X-ray to confirm the correct positionof the capsule.Your doctor will then use the tube to fill the balloon with water and then a second X-ray will confirm the balloon iscorrectly filled. Once the balloon is filled, your doctor willgently remove the tube and you’ll be on your way.
It is filled with 450-500 mls of normal saline(sterile water)
Most people can return to normal activity within a day or two. However, some people do experience nausea, abdominal cramping, and, occasionally, vomiting after balloon placement. In most cases, your doctor can prescribe commonly used medication to help manage these symptoms.
There are some specific dietary recommendations before placement and during the 1st week after placement as you adapt to the balloon. Your nutritionist will guide you during the Program. You do not need to make huge changes to eat healthier all at once, it’s best to set small goals and change your habits gradually. Over time, small changes will make a big difference in your health and will help you maintain your weight loss.
No, the balloon is made using Silicon which is very durable. In fact, we advocate for physical fitness. However extreme sports such as bungee jumping are contraindicated.
After 6 months, it is deflated and removed through the mouth via an endoscope under anesthesia. It is important not to keep the balloon any longer as it may lead to gastric obstruction.
After your balloon is removed, the Program and the support from your healthcare team continue. This is to help you continue your new lifestyle habits and focus on keeping the weight off.