How Do I Know If My Gastric Balloon is Working Properly?
Reading Time: 4 minutes Once the balloon is implanted, in phase 2, some patients wonder if the gastric balloon is working properly. This is because sometimes patients complain that it was much easier during phase 1, when the balloon prevented them from eating; and by comparison, they say that during Phase 2 the balloon is not as effective and […]
Have a look at how to manage phase 2
Reading Time: 2 minutes Reminder of Phase 1: Remember that during phase 1, the balloon did all the work for you – it limited your eating. You experienced symptoms resulting from your stomach’s struggle with the balloon. You probably experienced some or all of the following to some degree – weakness/dehydration, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain/spams, and heartburn/acid reflux. The […]
Phase 1: First Days After Implantation
Reading Time: 2 minutes Here is what you can expect to go through during the first days after the Spatz balloon implantation: the stomach receives the balloon and reacts to it – we call this phase 1. Phase 1: For approximately the first 3-5 after your balloon implantation, you will experience symptoms and discomfort and it will be difficult […]
Spatz Gastric Balloon Implantation and Post Implantation Tips
Reading Time: 2 minutes In order for you to face the moments before and after the Spatz gastric balloon implantation with as much peace of mind as possible, this article offers you some recommendations that can help you. Remember that the Spatz3 balloon does not require surgery, but is placed with an endoscope and then inflated in the stomach […]
