Intragastric Balloon (BIB)
The intragastric Balloon (BIB) program is a simple, yet innovative approach to help you loss excess weight. The BIB is a soft, silicone balloon that is inserted into the stomach(through mouth) and filled with sterile saline. With the balloon you will have the feeling of satiety, or lack of hunger. The balloon will be removed after six months. With the help of the BIB, you can more easily adopt the lifestyle changes needed to lose weight.

The Intragastric Ballloon Advantages

The BIB program has several advantages over other weight loss plans. With the BIB you can:
1. Have a feeling of satiety
2. Lose more weight than with other diet programs
3. Be supported by a team of medical experts
4. Learn principles for long-term success
5. Have the benefits of 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. Previously 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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