Gastric Balloon in Jordan

A gastric balloon is a non-surgical weight-loss procedure in which a silicone balloon is placed inside the stomach and filled with saline or gas. It occupies volume that reduces the space available for food and hastens the feeling of fullness, so intake falls. It is usually placed endoscopically through the mouth with no incisions, and most types are removed after a defined period, commonly around six months to a year depending on the device. It must be clear that this is a **temporary, adjunctive** measure — not a permanent operation and not a substitute for changing eating patterns. The balloon provides a window in which adhering to a new diet and behaviour is easier, and the long-term result depends on the habits, nutritional follow-up and physical activity built during that window. Those who return to their previous pattern after removal usually regain the weight. It is typically offered to people with overweight or obesity that has not responded to diet and exercise, as a preparatory step to reduce risk before major surgery, or for those who do not want or do not qualify for bariatric surgery. It is generally excluded with a large hiatal hernia, active ulcer, severe gastritis, previous gastric surgery or pregnancy. The commonest complaints are nausea, vomiting and cramps in the first days, which are managed medically and usually ease gradually. Candidacy and the most suitable device are decided by medical assessment including endoscopy and nutritional evaluation.