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Gastric Balloon Removal Instructions

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It’s easy!

Removing an intragastric balloon involves a simple endoscopic procedure with sedation.  You will be breathing on your own, but the sedation drugs will make sure you are not feeling any pain and are not aware of what is going on. 

It’s important to take some steps to make sure there is no solid food present in your stomach that could lead to aspiration into your lungs at the time of removal.  If you do not follow these steps, we may be unable to remove your balloon(s) which means we would have to do another removal procedure after your stomach is emptied.

You need to begin a medication called Reglan 48 hours prior to your balloon removal.  We typically send a prescription for this at the time of your insertion, but if not please contact us with your pharmacy info so that we can arrange this.

You should also refrain from solid foods for 48 hours before the procedure.  During this time it is helpful to take frequent sips of Diet Pepsi, Diet Coke or Coke Zero. This is to prevent any food from being present in the stomach on the day of your balloon removal, which could lead to aspiration into your lungs.  The carbonation in the diet soda helps to clean the balloon and also move solid food out of the stomach.  You should also having nothing at all to eat or drink for 12 hours prior to the procedure as you will be sedated.  

First your doctor will remove the saline or gas from the balloon(s), then remove them.  The process should take 20-30 minutes and you will be observed for a time afterward to ensure that you are able to be released.

Someone will need to be available to drive you home!

After the Intragastric Balloon is Removed

After your balloon is removed we highly recommend enrolling in one of our medical weight loss programs to help increase your success in keeping the weight off.  Click here for more info!

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Testimonials

Great Results

At 40 years old I had tried multiple diets and exercise programs I was 407lbs. I had the gastric sleeve surgery and lost 180lbs. Great results

Dan W

I’m SHOCKED everyday!

Hello my name is penny I’m 61 years old I decided to do the journey light program back in December of 2021 After Getting all the required things done prior to the procedure April 12th of 2022 The journey lite team was great through the entire process. Before and after. On January 3 rd 2023.… Read more “I’m SHOCKED everyday!”

Penny R

Surgery

I had surgery on June 7, 2022 and I have lost 92 pounds so far. I am now walking over 10,000 steps a day as well as working with 3 pound weights and leg bands. I am off of two of my medications so far. I am a 60 year old woman and I feel… Read more “Surgery”

Dorene H

Life changing, best decision

This has been the best decision of my life. I am almost 9 months out from having the sleeve done by Dr. Augusta. (Loved his bedside manner) I am down 100 pounds. The 1st 4 weeks after surgery I had low energy and was not sure I was cut out to do this! I followed… Read more “Life changing, best decision”

Rebecca W.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5 star experience

I discovered JourneyLite by a google search. I thoroughly reviewed the doctors and reviews and didn’t hesitate booking a consultation for a gastric sleeve. Dr. Curry answered all my questions and his staff was available every step of the way. You are given a personal telephone number so you are able to contact someone with… Read more “⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5 star experience”

Dedra M

Excellent staff and experience

I started my journey very over weight and health was going downhill fast. I was miserable. Every day things that should be easy had become hard. It was hard to live. I’ve had a life long battle with my weight and I knew that I couldn’t win this battle alone. A doctor I was seeing… Read more “Excellent staff and experience”

Brandon S.

Losing weight! Gaining confidence!

I have had a great experience with JourneyLite! From the first appointment to my monthly follow up appointments, I have had nothing but great interactions with all the nurses, doctors, and office staff. The surgery was a huge success for me with little to no side effects! I am three months post-op gastric sleeve and… Read more “Losing weight! Gaining confidence!”

Ashley I.

New Beginnings

I found JourneyLite after a 20 year struggle of losing some and gaining more for over 20 years. The process from beginning to now has been flawless. I started my journey in September at 224 pounds, had surgery in October and now, 3 months later, am down 55+ pounds!! I have gone from a size… Read more “New Beginnings”

Michele S

Best Decision of My Life!

I have struggled with my weight my entire life. When I made the decision to have gastric sleeve with Dr. Curry at Journey Lite of Cincinnati, I was nervous, but also ready. Every single person I’ve spoken with – office staff, nurse practitioners, dietitians, or Dr. Curry himself, every single one of them made me… Read more “Best Decision of My Life!”

Dori B.

My next chapter

I was sleeved on 3/24/22 I’m down a total of 93.8 pounds from my highest weight which was 248.8
Starting
weight was 220.8
surgery weight was 209.8
Current weight “155”
This surgery saved me literally I was so depressed an wanted to just give up all hope I’d ever lose… Read more “My next chapter”

Traci M

Exceeded my Expectations

9 months ago today I got the gastric sleeve. I found JourneyLite on google because my insurance wouldn’t cover the surgery and JourneyLite made it an affordable option for me. I drive 2 hours just to come here and it is worth it. JourneyLite and Dr. Curry have been amazing through this process and has… Read more “Exceeded my Expectations”

Lisa J

A new outlook on life

Hi! My name is Katlyn and I had gastric sleeve surgery a year ago by Dr Curry. I am currently 31 years old, and my highest weight was 258# I started my weightloss journey April of 2021 with a local doctor in Columbus. I tried multiple non surgical weightloss medications with little success. I found… Read more “A new outlook on life”

Katlyn F

6 month post op sleeve

I had my sleeve in July 2022 by Dr Curry and have had great success so far. I am currently down to 169 lbs from my pre surgery weight of 235. I no longer have sleep apnea and my blood work looks great! The team at Journey have all been amazing.

Holly W

Finally Living Again

My journey began in July of 2021. I had the sleeve done Dec 2021. I had thought about having the procedure for several years. I finally took back control of my health. Which gave me back a life worth living. When I tipped the scale at 344lbs I knew I had to do something. I… Read more “Finally Living Again”

Marsha H

Healthier & Happier!

My lap and surgery was. 6 months ago, I’ve lost 35 lbs. and have another 30 to go. I am so happy with my progress! I am healthier and happier! I wish I would have had the procedure 10 years ago!

Anonymous

I had surgery about 6

I had surgery about 6 months ago and I was scared & nervous. Everyone exceeded my expectations from day 1 and I would recommend Dr. Curry and his staff to anyone.

Brianna S

Life Changing!

I was completely unhealthy. Headed towards heart disease and diabetes. My entire body hurt due to the excess weight. I had to make a change. Dr. Curry and his staff made the process so simple! I am halfway to my goal weight and just a few months. I’m now feeling so much better. My labs… Read more “Life Changing!”

Anonymous X.

Free at last

Had sleeve gastrectomy 2 months ago and I feel on top of the world! I have lost 24 lbs so far and I am so happy that I cannot contain it. Getting this surgery is already feeling like a permanent fix to what was a never-ending battle. Before surgery I did not want to go… Read more “Free at last”

Kelly B

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