Intragastric Balloon for Weight Loss in South Delhi
The intragastric balloon is a soft silicone balloon placed in the stomach through an endoscope and filled with saline. It occupies space, slows emptying and reduces hunger, helping patients lose 10–15% of body weight over 6–12 months — without surgery, incisions or permanent change to the anatomy.
Who is it for
Adults with BMI 27–40 who have not succeeded with diet and medicines, patients who want to avoid or prepare for bariatric surgery, and those with fatty liver, diabetes or joint disease driven by weight.
The procedure
Under sedation in the endoscopy suite; 20–30 minutes; the deflated balloon is passed through the mouth and filled with 400–700 ml of saline under vision. Home the same day.
The first week and after
Nausea and cramping for 3–7 days are expected and managed with medicines. Thereafter a structured diet and exercise plan with our dietitian — the balloon works with the programme, not instead of it. Removal by endoscopy at 6–12 months.
Results and safety
Typical loss 10–15% of body weight, with improvement in fatty liver, sugar and blood pressure. Serious complications are rare; the balloon is removed early if not tolerated.
Conditions this helps diagnose or treat
Why patients choose Dr Paliwal for intragastric balloon
- Trained at India's best: MD from Lady Hardinge, DM Gastroenterology & Hepatology from SGPGI Lucknow, SCE Gastroenterology (UK), advanced endoscopy training in Japan.
- 22+ years at Medanta, Artemis and PSRI — the complex cases other doctors refer.
- Delhi's first luminal GI & motility lab — breath tests, manometry, pH studies and biofeedback done in-house, not outsourced.
- No unnecessary tests. The phrase patients use most in 265+ Google reviews.
Questions about intragastric balloon
How much does a gastric balloon cost in Delhi?
Cost includes the balloon, placement, removal and the dietary programme; call the clinic for the current package.
Will the weight come back after removal?
Some regain is common without habit change — which is why the programme includes 12 months of diet support and, where needed, medicines.
Is the gastric balloon safe?
Yes for suitable patients; it is one of the most widely used endoscopic weight-loss devices worldwide.
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