{"id":23271,"date":"2023-10-30T19:42:07","date_gmt":"2023-10-30T19:42:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/drcristobalgarza.com\/?p=23271"},"modified":"2026-04-11T18:40:08","modified_gmt":"2026-04-11T18:40:08","slug":"gastrointestinal-problems-and-risks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/drcristobalgarza.com\/en\/blog\/balon-gastrico-complicaciones-y-riesgos\/","title":{"rendered":"Complications and risks of the gastric balloon you should be aware of"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Although the <a href=\"https:\/\/drcristobalgarza.com\/en\/blog\/what-is-gastric-balloon\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/drcristobalgarza.com\/blog\/que-es-balon-gastrico\/\">gastric balloon<\/a> It is one of the safest bariatric procedures available; it is not completely risk-free. If you are concerned about the health complications it may cause you, and you want to ensure it is safe for you, this post explains it to you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The first thing you need to be clear about is that the gastric balloon does not require any type of surgery, so the risks of the gastric balloon are minimal when compared to those of a gastric sleeve. <a href=\"https:\/\/drcristobalgarza.com\/en\/blog\/gastric-bypass-risks\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/drcristobalgarza.com\/blog\/riesgos-bypass-gastrico\/\">risks of bypass surgery<\/a> or those of others <a href=\"https:\/\/drcristobalgarza.com\/en\/blog\/weight-loss-operations\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/drcristobalgarza.com\/blog\/operaciones-para-bajar-peso\/\">weight loss operations<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Naturally, there are certain side effects and risks that may occur in unusual cases, especially if you do not have the minimum health conditions or if the treatment is not properly administered. <a href=\"https:\/\/drcristobalgarza.com\/en\/blog\/what-is-a-bariatrician\/\">bariatric<\/a> The person you are having the procedure with is not very experienced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Possible side effects of the gastric balloon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Among the possible side effects of the gastric balloon, we can highlight the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Irritation, heartburn and reflux<\/strong>The gastric balloon has a low risk of causing irritation, stomach acid reflux, and acid regurgitation. All of these symptoms can be treated with conventional medications and the care of your gastroenterologist.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Nausea and vomiting<\/strong>This is a more or less common side effect for patients who have just placed the gastric balloon; it occurs because the stomach has not yet become accustomed to the device and rejects it. It usually disappears on its own, and if it does not disappear, the bariatra can remedy it with routine treatment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Feeling of fullness<\/strong>The balloon can make you feel full even if you haven\u2019t eaten anything or are ingesting small portions. This is partly a natural part of the gastric balloon and one of its objectives, because the balloon takes up space in your stomach to reduce your appetite and limit the amount of food you can ingest. Logically, once you remove the gastric balloon, this feeling would naturally disappear.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Complications during the implantation of the gastric balloon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Although the implantation of a gastric balloon is extremely safe, it does have certain risks or complications that you should consider before opting for this option:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>During implantation, there is a minimal risk of injuring the esophagus, which will generally cause mild discomfort or pain.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You are also likely to feel some discomfort or mild pain once the ball reaches the stomach and fills up with the physiological fluid that it will contain.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Beyond this, there are no other risks during the implantation of the gastric balloon. Since it is not an operation and requires neither incisions nor any type of intervention, any risk is reduced to a minimum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Side effects and risks after the gastric balloon implantation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After placing the gastric balloon, there are certain risks and side effects that have a slight chance of occurring:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Between 24 and 72 hours later<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Between 24 and 72 hours after the gastric balloon is implanted, you could experience the following side effects:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Nausea and vomiting<\/strong>The gastric balloon is an odd device for your stomach; that\u2019s why it\u2019s natural for you to experience nausea or vomiting after it\u2019s placed. However, these symptoms will disappear on their own within a few days.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Abdominal pain<\/strong>Abdominal pain is another common adverse effect, especially if your stomach has difficulty adjusting to the gastric balloon. It also resolves within a few days and can be treated with medications that your gastroenterologist will prescribe.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Weakness<\/strong>You may feel somewhat weak after having the gastric balloon placed, as you will not be able to consume the same amount of food, and you will likely experience vomiting and nausea.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dehydration<\/strong>In some cases, weak dehydration may also occur. This is the case when the gastric balloon causes you nausea and vomiting.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">All of these adverse effects are related to the process of your stomach adapting to the gastric balloon. They usually disappear on their own after a few days, and can be effectively mitigated with medications prescribed by your gastroenterologist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Several weeks or months later<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After a few weeks or months, there are certain risks or adverse effects that could occur:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Deflation of the gastric balloon<\/strong>There is a minimal risk that the gastric balloon you are placed with will rupture and deflate, which will cause its saline solution to be released. The solution has a blue color, so if this incident were to occur, it would be detected in the urine, as it would have a blue or greenish color. The deflation of the gastric balloon can cause several types of problems, and may require emergency extraction.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Irritation of the gastric mucosa<\/strong>The presence of a gastric balloon in your stomach can, in isolated cases, cause irritation of the gastric mucosa, which in turn can contribute to the development of ulcers. All of this can, logically, be addressed with the constant attention of your gastroenterologist and specific treatments for this type of condition.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Movement of the gastric ball<\/strong>: if the gastric balloon ruptures and deflates, there is a slight risk that it will move within the digestive system, as pointed out in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/tests-procedures\/intragastric-balloon\/about\/pac-20394435\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mayo Clinic<\/a>, This could cause obstructions, which could require surgery to correct.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In general, all complications and adverse effects are very unlikely to occur, so as long as you follow your bariatra\u2019s instructions and don\u2019t miss your check-ups, everything should be fine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Does the stomach return to normal after a gastric balloon?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Yes, after removing the gastric balloon, your stomach will return to normal.<\/strong>. That is why this procedure is one of the most sought after, because it does not alter the functioning of your digestive system and is 100% reversible, unlike interventions such as bypass surgery, for example.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Although the gastric balloon is one of the safest bariatric procedures available, it is not entirely risk-free. If you are concerned about potential health complications, and want to ensure it is safe for you, this post clarifies it. 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