Gastric Balloon Surgery Prices in the UK

How does a Gastric Balloon work?

For patients who have a BMI (Body Mass Index) in excess of 27, and find that their weight is having a serious detrimental effect on their health, the fitting of a Gastric Balloon is a non-surgical procedure which, used in conjunction with healthy eating and exercise, can 'kick start' a weight loss programme until the desired goal weight is achieved.

The procedure is very quick and involves placing a soft, silicon balloon into the stomach, via a small endoscope, and then partially filling it with sterile, saline solution. As the balloon expands it gives the patient a feeling of 'fullness', making them less hungry and unable to consume large quantities of food. The balloon is left in place for 6 months before being removed.

Anything else involved?

It could be said that fitting the Gastric Balloon is the easy part of the process and that the really hard work begins when the patient goes home. It is vital that there is a support network in place to provide on-going advice and encouragement to assist the patient in their new lifestyle. All of the clinics offering the procedure ensure that they have a team of dedicated, qualified professionals on hand to aid the patient through the six months weight-loss period until the balloon is removed. An average loss of 3kg per week can be expected leading to a safe and sustainable reduction in weight, with no danger of negative side effects.

Who provides Gastric Balloon Surgery?

'BMI Healthcare' has a network of over 70 clinics and hospitals in the UK and is renowned for their experience in patient care and all aspects of Cosmetic procedures. They offer Gastric Balloon Surgery priced from £3,950. This includes, in addition to the actual procedure, an individually tailored programme which will provide the patient with all the nutritional advice they need to achieve their weight-loss goal and help them to maintain their weight once the balloon is removed. They also schedule regular sessions with a dietician to assess progress and offer support and encouragement in managing their new regime.

Located in the Parkside Hospital in Wimbledon, London, 'Bodycraft' have an experienced team led by Bariatric Surgeon Mr. Marcus Reddy, and Dietary Counsellor Mrs. Julia Cox. They take a holistic approach to weight-loss through a combination of surgery, dietary advice, menu planning and on-going support. Their aim is to assist patients in taking back control of their weight and helping them to find long-term solutions to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. The price of their Gastric Balloon surgery, starting from £4,250, also includes pre-operative consultation and tests, the Surgeon's and Anaesthetists fees, 6 months aftercare and access to patient seminars and support groups.