What is a Gastric Balloon Procedure?

ORBERA365™ Helps You Feel Fuller and Eat Smaller Meals.

ORBERA365™ is a durable gastric balloon made out of soft silicone. While it is temporarily in your stomach for 12 months it encourages your body to adapt to healthier portion sizes. The shape and volume of the stomach balloon takes up enough space in your stomach to help you adapt to healthier portion sizes. The technology and design of the balloon helps patients lose up to 3x the weight of diet and exercise alone.

FDA-approved balloon treatment for weight loss. The lightweight balloons occupy space in the stomach so people eat less, which makes weight loss easier. The non-surgical treatment lasts 12-months and is coupled with a professionally supervised nutrition and exercise program by Dr. Nusbaum and the medical staff at Nusbaum Medical Centers.

• How does the Spatz3 intragastric balloon work?

  After the saline-filled balloon is placed in your stomach, it will occupy around one-third of the available space, so your stomach won’t be able to hold as much food as it could before. The balloon also helps to slow emptying , enabling you to feel full for longer, which in turn helps you to consume smaller portions.

  How is the Spatz3 balloon different from other gastric balloons?

  Two critical features set Spatz3 apart from the competition: 1) Spatz3 is the only adjustable gastric balloon; this means it can be adjusted early for your comfort, as well as later to ensure lasting, sustained weight loss. At all times, Spatz3 is customized to meet you where you are in your weight loss journey. 2) Spatz3 is the only balloon approved to stay in your stomach for 12 months, twice as long as other products on the market (8 months in the US). Longer implantation means more time for you to adopt healthier eating habits, and prepare for a lifetime commitment of healthy habits and wellbeing. *Mohammad H. Jamal, et al. *Genco A, et al.

  Who might be a good candidate for the Spatz3 intragastric balloon?

  The Spatz3 intragastric balloon is designed for those aiming to lose at least 10 kg (22 lbs). Depending on your country, individuals with a BMI greater than 27 or 30 is required. Spatz3 is also the optimal solution for people who don’t fit the criteria for weight loss surgery, or those who are reluctant to undergo invasive surgical procedures such as gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, or lap band surgery. Spatz3 can also help people lose weight before surgery (such as orthopedic or gallbladder surgery), to lower risks associated with such surgeries. All in all, the Spatz3 gastric balloon is an effective, non-invasive alternative to weight loss surgeries.