ESG vs Reshape vs Orbera vs Obalon Gastric Balloons for Weight Loss

A lot of people particularly in America and around the world are obese or overweight. Most individuals are confused about the best weight loss procedure they should undergo.

At KediaMD, we provide a variety of nonsurgical weight loss procedures such as Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty, Reshape, Orbera, and Obalon Gastric Balloons. Eating too much food with high calories is the major reason for weight gain. The aim of all these nonsurgical weight loss procedures is to limit the amount of food you can eat, thereby limiting the amount of calories absorbed by your body.

We are going to talk about these four nonsurgical weight loss procedures so that you should know the best one for you.

What is Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty (ESG)

Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty is a minimally invasive non-surgical weight loss procedure that involves the use of sutures to reduce the size of the stomach. During an ESG procedure, sutures will be passed through your throat into your stomach. The sutures will then shrink the size of your stomach. The size of your stomach will be reduced to about 60-70% of its original size.

The aim of this weight loss procedure is to reduce the size of your stomach in order to reduce the amount of food that your stomach can take. This will lead to a significant reduction in the amount of food that you can eat and also the amount of calories that your body can absorb. By significantly reducing the amount of calories and nutrients that your body can absorb leads to weight loss.

Who is an Ideal candidate for endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty?

You are an ideal candidate for ESG if;

• You have a body mass index of 30 and above
• You don’t want to undergo bariatric surgery
• You have tried dieting and exercises but they failed to yield weight loss
• You don’t want to have incision scars
• You are not an ideal candidate for bariatric surgery

Is ESG result permanent?

The result you get from an ESG procedure depends largely on how well you keep to a healthy lifestyle such as eating healthy diets and exercising regularly. According to studies, patients that have undergone ESG are able to sustain their lost weight for 2 years or more depending on how well they adhere to a healthy lifestyle.

If you don’t adhere to a healthy lifestyle, you may not lose your desired weight or you may regain weight. It is advisable to adhere to a healthy lifestyle so you can lose significant amount of weight and also maintain your new weight for a long period of time.

How much weight can you lose after undergoing endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty?

The amount of weight you can lose depends on how well you adhere to a healthy lifestyle. Typically, if you complete the entire program and follow all the healthy lifestyle guidelines, you can expect to lose about 12% to 20% of your body weight in one year. Apart from losing weight, it also helps to improve conditions often related to being overweight such as heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, and high blood pressure.

ReShape Weight Loss

The ReShape gastric balloon procedure is a new, non-surgical weight loss procedure that helps people who are overweight lose excess weight. ReShape is FDA-approved and it is completely a safe procedure.

ReShape weight loss procedure is designed for patients with a BMI of between 30 and 40. The procedure involves the use of two connected medical-grade balloons that are filled with saline. The two empty balloons are placed temporarily inside your stomach with the use of an endoscope. The balloons will then be filled and inflated with saline after they are properly placed inside your stomach.

The inflated balloons will then take a significant space inside your stomach. This reduces the amount of food that your stomach can take. The balloons will be left inside your stomach for 6 months and then deflated and removed after 6 months. The procedure is done under light anesthesia and completed in about 20 minutes.

The aim of this procedure is to limit the space in your stomach. The balloons take up a significant room in your stomach so that you can only eat a little amount of food. The balloons also make you feel full after eating little and also make you feel less hungry. The reduction in the amount of food you can eat leads to a reduction in the amount of calories absorbed into your body. The significant reduction in calorie absorption leads to weight loss.

How much weight can you lose after ReShape gastric balloons?

The amount of weight you can lose after undergoing reshape gastric balloons depends largely on your starting weight and your ability to adhere to a healthy lifestyle. Most patients lose between 20-50 pounds within the first six months of undergoing the procedure. You could lose about 10% to 20% of your body weight during the first 6 months if you adhere to a healthy lifestyle routine such as eating healthy diets and exercising. It is very important for you to maintain a healthy lifestyle so as to reduce significant weight and also maintain your weight loss.

ORBERA Gastric Balloon

ORBERA gastric balloon is a non-surgical weight loss procedure. It is a weight loss procedure for individuals with a body mass index (BMI) between 30 and 40.

The procedure involves inserting a balloon in your stomach to fill up a larger part of your stomach. The inserted helps to reduce the amount of food that your stomach can take and also reduces your appetite for food.

The aim of this procedure is to reduce the amount of food that you can eat, which leads to a reduction in the amount of calories and nutrients absorbed by your body.

During the procedure, your doctor will insert a thin tube known as catheter that contains a deflated ORBERA gastric balloon through your throat into your stomach. Your doctor will then insert an endoscope attached with a tiny camera through your throat into your stomach. The camera is connected to a monitor with which your doctor sees the inside of your stomach.

When the balloon is in place, the doctor will then fill up the balloon with saline fluid or gas. When the balloon is filled, it increases to about the size of a grapefruit. The balloon occupies a large part of your stomach, thereby reducing the amount of food the stomach can take.

You can only eat a little amount of food and this reduces the amount of calories and nutrients that your body can absorb. By drastically reducing the amount of calories absorbed by your body, you begin to experience weight loss.

Results

Typically, the amount of weight you will lose depends on how well you are committed to healthy lifestyle habits including eating healthy diets and engaging in regular exercise. You also depend on how well you follow the instructions of your medical team and dietician.

Typically, patients lose about 10 to 15 percent of their excess body weight within six months.

To achieve good results and maintain healthy weight, you need to be committed to a healthy lifestyle. You need to eat healthy diets with low calories and engage in regular exercise.

If you are not committed to a healthy lifestyle, you may not lose weight or you may regain lost weight.

Obalon Balloon

Obalon balloon is a nonsurgical weight loss procedure. The procedure involves placing balloons inside your stomach to fill a better portion of your stomach. This helps to reduce the amount of food that can fill your stomach. It also reduces the urge to eat as you feel full for a long time.

Obalon balloon is made of plastic that is folded into a capsule. The capsule is made of gelatin and slightly bigger than a regular vitamin pill. The capsule is swallowed with water.

During the procedure, each capsule is attached to a small bendable tube known as catheter. The tube is passed through your throat into your stomach. Your doctor will make sure the capsule is in place in your stomach with the use of an ultrasound.

Your doctor will then inflate the capsule with gas through the tube to increase the size. The capsule then forms a balloon and takes a bigger portion of your stomach.

The size of the balloon is about the size of an orange.

Three balloons will be placed inside your stomach in a space of 3 months. Each balloon will be placed per month.  After all the 3 balloons are placed inside your stomach, they are left inside your stomach for another 3 months before they are removed.

The balloons occupy a larger part of your stomach and limit the amount of food you are able to eat. The reduction of food leads to reduction of calories absorbed into your body. The significant reduction of calories absorbed by your body leads to weight loss.

Results

Studies have shown that patients can lose between 20-60 pounds after undergoing Obalon balloon. However, to achieve better results, you need to adhere to healthy lifestyle changes such as eating healthy diets and exercising.

You need to follow the instruction of your doctor and dietician to lose significant weight and maintain it. Failure to adhere to healthy lifestyle changes may prevent weight loss and cause you to regain lost weight.

How much weight can you lose with the Obalon balloon?

The Obalon balloon can help you lose up to 10% of your body weight, making a big difference in your overall health and well-being. If you struggle to lose weight on your own, the Obalon balloon may be a good option.

What is the difference between Orbera and Obalon?

There are a few key differences between Orbera and Obalon:
1. Orbera is a balloon inserted into your stomach and then filled with saline. Obalon is a balloon that you swallow like a pill, inflating once it reaches your stomach.
2. Orbera is made of silicone, and Obalon is made of a softer polyethylene material.
3. Orbera is removed after six months by endoscopy (a camera down your throat), while Obalon is removed after three months either by endoscopy or by passing it through your stool.
Both balloons are meant to help people with obesity lose weight by taking up space in the stomach, but Orbera is FDA-approved for up to six months and Obalon for up to three months.

Is reshaping good for weight loss?

Yes, reshaping can be good for weight loss. It can help to speed up your metabolism and burn calories more efficiently. Additionally, it can help reduce your appetite and make you feel fuller for longer, making you less likely to snack or overeat.

How safe is ESG surgery?

ESG surgery is a minimally invasive procedure used to treat several conditions. It is generally considered a safe and effective procedure, with a low risk of complications. However, as with any surgery, there is always a small risk of complications.

Why is Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty important?

Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG) is a minimally invasive weight loss surgery that works by reducing the size of your stomach. It is an effective surgery for people who are obese or overweight and have not been able to lose weight through diet and exercise alone.

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