If you have had a gastric sleeve which is not giving any restriction, can you have a gastric balloon fitted?

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Reza Keshavarzi, MD, FACS, FASMBS · Answer

We do not place balloons in patients that have had any prior bariatric procedure. It is contraindicated. You can have a balloon and then a sleeve Gastrectomy but not the other way around.

Pablo Garcia, MD · Answer

Hello, I hope you are well. Unfortunately, you would not be able to have a gastric balloon placed if you have already had a gastric sleeve. Gastric sleeves are a contraindication for gastric balloon placement. However, if you are struggling with your weight again, there are multiple options you can explore alongside your bariatric team. These range from conservative measures like diets to conversion surgery. I recommend you visit your bariatric surgeon in order to determine what would be the best option for you. Please do not hesitate to contact us if anything else comes up.

Christopher E. McGowan, MD · Answer

Hi, 
Intragastric balloons, including Orbera, are contraindicated in patients who have had stomach surgery. This includes gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, hiatal hernia repair, and lap band. The reason is that your risk of a complication from the balloon, including stomach perforation, is higher if your stomach has been surgically altered.

Ehab Akkary, MD, FACS, FASMBS · Answer

Sorry for the late reply. We just updated and re-accessed the account. Gastric Balloon is not a recommended option after sleeve gastrectomy. Loss of restriction can occur for many reasons including changes in gut hormones, sleeve dilation, glycemic control etc. If loss of restriction is because of sleeve dilation, you might benefit from a revisional procedure.

Israel Crespo, MD · Answer

Unfortunately, patients who had any type of stomach surgery such as bariatric, gastric sleeve and lap band system are not candidates for the Orbera Intragastric Balloon.

If you have had a gastric sleeve which is not giving any restriction, can you have a gastric balloon fitted?

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Answer: Not a recommended option

Answer: Not a recommended option

Answer: Gastric Sleeve is a contraindication for Gastric Balloon

Answer: Gastric Sleeve is a contraindication for Gastric Balloon

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If you have had a gastric sleeve which is not giving any restriction, can you have a gastric balloon fitted?

Answers (6)

Answer: Not a recommended option

Answer: Not a recommended option

Answer: Gastric Sleeve is a contraindication for Gastric Balloon

Answer: Gastric Sleeve is a contraindication for Gastric Balloon

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