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The Allurion Gastric Balloon is a medical device. Before placing it, your doctor will carefully review your medical history to confirm your eligibility and ensure there are no contraindications. The weight loss programme with the Allurion Gastric Balloon can be offered to individuals who meet the criteria below. This list is not exhaustive; the full list of contraindications is available in the device’s instructions for use, which is provided to doctors4.
- Aged 18 and above
- BMI 27 and above
- Not currently pregnant or breastfeeding
- Have not had stomach or esophageal surgery
Every weight-loss journey is unique. The price of the Allurion Programme may vary depending on your needs, goals, and the clinics.
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1 or 2 consecutive balloons?
Every weight loss journey is unique.
More than 1600 clinics offer the Allurion Programme worldwide. Find the clinic nearest you.
The Allurion Balloon is a regulated health product that bears the CE marking in accordance with this regulation.
To learn more about the Allurion Balloon, assess the risks and benefits of this solution, read the important safety information, and discuss it with your doctor.
Important information to consider before the placement of an Allurion Gastric Balloon
- The Allurion Gastric Balloon is part of a behaviour modification programme that lasts for a minimum of 6 months, to which you must be fully committed. This device is designed to promote weight loss, but only by committing to changing your eating habits and increasing your physical activity will you be able to achieve and maintain a healthy weight in the long term.
- It is important to note that the Allurion Gastric Balloon may cause adverse events, some of which may require removal by endoscopy. Rare cases of spontaneous hyperinflation, small intestine obstruction, stomach dilation, oesophagitis, pancreatitis, or stomach perforation have been reported, requiring surgical intervention.1,4 Please consult the full list of potential complications available on the page Important Safety Information.
- The Allurion Gastric Balloon is not suitable for all patients. Pregnant individuals or those with a history of oesophageal or stomach surgery, among others, are not eligible for the procedure. The complete list of contraindications can be found in the device's instructions for use provided to doctors. Your doctor will review your medical history and conduct a physical examination to confirm your eligibility for the Allurion Programme.
- It is crucial that each doctor and patient carefully assess the risks and benefits of the treatment before using the Allurion device. To learn more about the Allurion Balloon, its effectiveness, and its tolerability, discuss it with your doctor.
- You must be available for follow-up with your doctor throughout the treatment period, especially if you experience the following symptoms, including but not limited to: persistent nausea, vomiting, dehydration, and/or abdominal pain. If you consult other healthcare professionals, inform them that an intragastric balloon is present. We encourage you to stay close to modern emergency care facilities during the time the balloon is in place, in case serious complications arise.