The Allurion Gastric Balloon

A gastric balloon is an inflatable device that is placed in your stomach for a limited time. The purpose is to make you feel full sooner so that you eat less.

The Allurion gastric balloon is an innovative non-surgical treatment. Allurion is the only gastric balloon that does not require surgery or anaesthesia for placement. The balloon is packaged as a pill that is swallowable so that placement can occurs during a standard consultation in our clinic. The balloon naturally breaks down and passes in a bowel movement on its own after about 4 months.

What are the potential benefits?*

  • Lose up to 14.2% of your body weight
  • Improve control of your cholesterol and blood sugar
  • Have time to make lasting changes to your diet and physical activity that will help you keep the weight off over the long term.

*Individual results will vary.

Safety information

The Allurion gastric balloon is a medical procedure. Like all medical procedures, it may cause adverse effects. Clinical studies have shown the most common side effects are temporary abdominal discomfort and stomach upset. Serious adverse events are rare (reported in less than 0.34% of patients). Our team will review all possible side effects with you in detail prior to the procedure.

How does it work?

Placement Process

Swallow capsule containing deflated balloon attached to thin catheter

First x-ray to confirm correct placement of balloon in your stomach

Doctor uses the catheter to fill the balloon with 550 ml of water balloon

Second x-ray to ensure balloon is filled correctly

Catheter is detached, and you can head home

  • Initial consultation and assessment
  • Pre-placement education
  • Placement of Allurion Gastric Balloon
  • 2 x Radiology examinations on Placement Day at the clinic
  • Weight loss and management clinical support – 6-month program
    • Dietician consultations (5)
    • Ongoing support from Clinical Nurse and treating doctor
    • Access to the Allurion app which includes Coach Iris (24/7 coaching and support
      powered by Artificial Intelligence)
    • Real time monitoring of your progress with the Connected Scales

    Who is eligible?

    The Allurion gastric ballon is not suitable for everyone. Our team will review your medical history, your health status and your treatment goals to determine if it is an appropriate option for you.

    Why Brellah?

    Brellah Weight Loss Clinic is the only accredited service provider that offers all treatment services under one roof:

    • Consultations
    • Placement
    • X-rays

    Brellah Weight Loss Clinic is also the only service provider that offers a holistic approach to weight loss. We are part of Brellah Health Collaboration – so if you are a patient with more complex needs, you can be referred within the clinic to access a broader range of services.