Allurion Gastric Balloon In Ireland
Lose weight safely! No surgery, no endoscopy, no anaesthesia. Just results
Meet Your Gastric Balloon Doctor
Ireland’s most experienced Gastric Balloon specialist: Dr John Loy who introduced the gastric pill balloon to Ireland
- +2,000 successful procedures
- Member of the Royal College of Surgeons
- Senior Lecturer at Queen Mary University, London
+2,000 successful procedures
Member of the Royal College of Surgeons
Senior Lecturer at Queen Mary University, London
Allurion Gastric Balloon Explained by Dr Loy
Book a free online or in person free consultation with Dr Loy today!
Benefits Of The Allurion Gastric Balloon
- Quick, 15-minute placement of the Allurion® Balloon
- Average 10 to 15% body weight lost in 4 months (approximately 10 to 15 kg)
- An impressive 96% sustained weight loss at 1 year
- No needles, no endoscopy, no sedation, no hospital admission
- Quicker return to normal activities
Allurion Balloon Testimonial In Ireland
Tammy shares her experience with the Allurion® Gastric Balloon at Auralia
How Does The Allurion® Gastric Balloon Work?
Achieve your weight loss goals without the need for invasive procedures.
Our 6-month holistic weight-loss program includes the Allurion® Gastric Balloon, comprehensive nutritional support, and advanced tracking tools to help you succeed on your journey.
Most patients lose 10-15% of their weight within 4 months!
Sequential Pill Balloon Option
For those needing additional weight loss, our sequential balloon can be positioned as a 12-month weight-loss program. The average weight loss with this option is 22.8%.
Our Patients Are Happy With Their Weight Loss Results
Gastric Balloon Cost In Ireland
The Allurion Gastric Balloon price at Auralia starts from €4,900 with the possibility of monthly payments up to 36 months.
Get your health back and change your life for just €136*/month
Get in touch to receive a custom price for your specific need
The Best Place For Your Gastric Balloon In Ireland
UNMATCHED EXPERIENCE
Internationally accredited clinic with 24 years of experience and over 34,000 procedure performed.
AFTERCARE FROM YOUR HOME
We offer aftercare 24/7, from the comfort of your own home via the Auralia Aftercare App.
PERSONALIZED SURGICAL PLAN
We pay fantastic personal attention to details in order to craft your tailored gastric balloon surgical plan.
Your Gastric Balloon Journey With Auralia
Step 1.
Free, No Obligation Consultation Booking
To start your procedure process, firstly book your consultation by calling us on (01) 612 0551 or filling a consultation form here.
Step 2.
Meet Your Doctor
Once you have booked your consultation, you will meet with your patient care co-ordinator then your Doctor to discuss your weight loss goals, your health status, concerns and the procedure details.
Step 3.
Book Your Procedure
After your comprehensive consultation, your patient care co-ordinator will work with you to book a convenient date for procedure.
Step 4.
Pre Op Assessment
Prior to your procedure date, you will have your pre-op assessment where we will go through your medical history with you, and instruct you how to prepare for your procedure day to avoid any risks.
Step 5.
Procedure Day
On your procedure day, you’ll have a dedicated medical team to take care of you. The procedure duration is 15 minutes, and you will leave on the clinic same day.
Step 6.
After Care
You will enjoy unlimited aftercare appointments and Doctor reviews as much as you need to ensure your safety and satisfaction with the results.
You will get access to the Auralia’s after care App to assess you further in your recovery period.
Furthermore, you will also have your Doctor’s emergency number so you get access to him any time 24/7.
Auralia's Holistic Care
We are a CHKS and ISO Approved Private Hospital in Ireland
Quick Procedure Booking
With Auralia Private Hospital, you don't have to wait months to get your gastric balloon done.
Ongoing Care & Support
Auralia will always be there for you after your weight loss procedure, whether with free additional appointments if needed or with expert advice.
Following your visit to Auralia, you will be given pre- and post-operative instruction to guide you on how to be well prepared for your gastric balloon and what to do afterwards. This will also contain the clinic's contact details.
You will also be given your Auralia Doctor’s emergency mobile number for calls after hours. During work hours, you should contact the hospital.
If you suspect anything is wrong outside of business hours, you are welcome to call the emergency number of your Doctor and speak with them directly, day or night.
Alternatively, you can drop straight into the clinic during working hours.
Absolutely not! You are entitled to as many appointments as you feel you need with your Doctor, following your gastric balloon.
Absolutely! From the time you have your gastric balloon with your Auralia Doctor, you are entitled to see them for appointments for as long as necessary.
If the Doctor no longer works for Auralia, you would still be entitled to see one of our surgeons for free.
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Gastric Pill Balloon FAQs
The balloon, tucked inside a capsule, is swallowed and filled with water during a brief 15-minute doctor’s visit. Approximately 4 months later, it self-empties and passes out naturally.
The Allurion Balloon takes up space in your stomach, reducing your appetite and helping you to feel full faster and for longer.
99.9% of people succeed in swallowing the balloon. If you have trouble, your doctor will be on hand to help the capsule on its way.
Everyone is different – some people feel little or no discomfort, while others experience symptoms such as nausea, fatigue, abdominal cramping and, vomiting. These temporary symptoms can usually be treated with commonly used medications prescribed by your doctor.
The Allurion® Balloon has been proven to support an average of 10-15% total body weight loss after approximately 4 months.
Plus, you can boost your weight loss with a second consecutive Allurion® Balloon and lose an average of 23% of your body weight in 12 months.
The balloon is filled with 550ml of water.
There are some specific dietary recommendations before placement and during the first week as you adapt to the balloon.
We will be there every step of your journey, providing support and guidance. We will create personalised eating plans tailored to your specific needs and progress. You will also gain valuable knowledge about food and nutrition that will set you up for long-term success.
Most people can return to normal activity within a day or two. Depending on your job role (for example, if you operate heavy machinery), it can be a good idea to book a few days off work just in case.
Some patients feel the balloon at the beginning, but most become accustomed quickly and even forget it is there.
After approximately 4 months, a time-activated release valve automatically opens, allowing the balloon to empty and pass out naturally through the gastrointestinal tract.
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If you have been struggling with your weight, but would prefer to avoid surgery, then the gastric balloon could be the solution for you. The balloon is made from soft silicone and is about the size of a grapefruit.
When in the deflated state, an endoscope is used to pass the balloon through your mouth and into your stomach. It’s then filled with around 500-700ml of saline and remains in place for 6-12 months, when it is removed – again endoscopically. The procedure (both implantation and removal) takes around 20-minutes and is carried out as a day-case.
Eligibility is based on a variety of factors, which our doctors will run through with you in your initial consultation.
As a guide, a gastric balloon could be suitable for you if:
● Your BMI is over 27 and below
● You want to lose about 2-3 stone
● No significant history of gastric reflux / heartburn
● No previous bariatric surgery
A lot of patients who are considering weight loss surgery will opt for the gastric balloon first, with the option of trying out other surgical procedures later.
Gastric Balloon cost depend on various factors like your current weight and targeted weight, and the duration that the balloon needs to stay in your stomach.
At Auralia we can help you spread the cost of the surgery up to 72 monthly payments.
Please contact us to get your procedure price!
During your gastric balloon consultation, your full medical history is examined to make sure you’re an appropriate candidate.
During your consultation, you are in the driver’s seat. Feel free to ask as many questions as you like. Your doctor will address any concerns you might have so you can be confident about the choice you’re making.
On average, a gastric balloon procedure take from 20 to 30 minutes.
The gastric balloon typically can help you to lose 2-3 stone over the first 6 months, though some patients have lost up to 4 or 5 stone. Patients typically lose most of the weight in the first 3 months.
After the first 3 months, their weight loss tends to slow down and the balloon’s main function becomes maintaining your new weight. The balloon’s main health benefits are to help you develop healthy habits that you’ll continue to follow for the rest of your life. Keep to the prescribed diet and exercise plan, and you’ll be able to maintain your weight loss after the balloon has been removed.
Fitting a gastric balloon is a very safe procedure, but with any procedure there are certain risks and side effects involved. These include:
● Nausea, abdominal discomfort, stomach cramps and occasional retching during the recovery period.
● In some patients, nausea, abdominal discomfort and other side effects are so bad that the balloon has to be removed, but it's rare.
● There can be a heaviness in the stomach, and some patients experience
back or abdominal discomfort as the body adjusts to the balloon.
● Reflux (heartburn) often occurs
● It is incredibly uncommon, but the balloon could spontaneously rupture
and pass into the bowels.
The first three to five days can be difficult. Cramping, nausea and vomiting are normal and should be expected. It is very important that you follow the nutritional instructions and drink plenty of fluids. You may be prescribed medications to ease the discomfort. After this period, your body will adapt to the gastric balloon, and you will be capable of eating small portions of food comfortably.
At Auralia, our aftercare plan is individually tailored to each patient’s procedure and requirements to give them the quickest possible recovery.
We are proud to offer fully comprehensive and inclusive aftercare to all our patients. Our Irish based surgeons are contactable 24 hours a day if you need them, and our professional and highly trained medical team are accessible at all times to assist you with any concerns you might have after your treatment. All patients receive three post-op consultations, but if you feel you need more support, we can facilitate you without any extra cost.
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