What is the Intragastric Balloon (BIB)?
The Intragastric Balloon (BIB) program is a simple, yet innovative approach
to help you lose excess weight. The BIB is a soft silicone balloon that is inserted into the stomach through the mouth,
and filled with sterile saline. With the balloon, you will have a feeling of satiety, or lack of hunger. The balloon
will be left in place for six months while you adopt the lifestyle changes needed to lose weight. After six months,
the balloon will be removed.
What are the advantages of the Intragastric Balloon?
The BIB program has several advantages over other weight loss programs. With the BIB you will:
Have a feeling of satiety
Lose more weight than with other diet programs
Be supported by a team of medical experts
Learn the principles for long-term weight loss success
Have the benefits of a non-surgical, non-pharmaceutical approach
What Results Can You Expect?
Individuals participating in the BIB Program can expect to have significant weight loss in the first six months. The amount of weight you lose and how long you maintain that weight loss will depend on how well you adopt long-term lifestyle changes related to eating and exercise.
Is The Program Right For You?
To be eligible for the program you must be:
1. At least 18 years old
2. Overweight (at least 10-15 kilos over your ideal weight)
3. Ready to comply with a serious, medically supervised program
In addition, there are certain medical reasons that may make you ineligible for the BIB program. You may not be a candidate for the procedure if any of the following conditions are present:
1. Previous history of GI surgery, obstruction, adhesive peritonitis or large hiatal hernia
2. Severe renal, hepatic or pulmonary disease diagnosis
3. Chronic, long-term steroid treatment
4. Unwillingness to adopt the dietary habits critical to the success of the therapy
5. Drug or alcohol addiction in the last 12 months
6. pregnancy
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