Allurion Gastric Balloon

A complete weight loss programme involving a 15-minute procedure with no anaesthesia or endoscopy.

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10-15% Weight Loss

Achieve significant weight loss goals with Allurion Gastric Balloon - expect 10-15% total weight loss in just 4 months.

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15 Minute Procedure

Experience a swift, non-surgical weight loss solution with our 15-minute Allurion Gastric Balloon procedure.

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6 / 18 Months Aftercare

Benefit from our 6/18-month aftercare program, fostering success post Allurion Gastric Balloon procedure.

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interest Free Financing

Transform your life with our interest-free financing. Making your journey to wellness affordable, manageable, and stress-free.

How does Weight Loss with the  Allurion Balloon work?

Kickstart your weight loss journey with the Allurion Balloon, a non-surgical, swallowable weight loss solution. This revolutionary method works by placing a balloon in your stomach, naturally inducing a feeling of fullness. With the Allurion Balloon, you can gain control over portion sizes, reduce overeating, and kick-start your weight loss journey. Paired with our supportive lifestyle program, it's not just about losing weight - it's about finding a healthier, happier you. Discover the power of the Allurion Balloon today.

Helping You Keep on Track

Stay on your path to wellness with the Allurion Balloon. Our approach goes beyond the procedure itself, integrating tools such as a personalised app and digital scales to keep you aligned with your goals. These tools offer insights into your progress and help foster healthier lifestyle choices. We provide comprehensive support and guidance, ensuring your weight loss journey is not only successful but sustainable. With the Allurion Balloon and our dedicated team, you're empowered on your journey towards a healthier, happier you.

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Interest Free Finance

Step into your new, healthier life today with our Allurion Gastric Balloon procedure, now more accessible than ever with our Interest-Free Financing. Don't let cost be a barrier to reaching your wellness goals. With our straightforward and affordable payment plans, you can focus on what truly matters - your journey to better health. Begin this transformative process now, with no upfront costs, and break down the investment into manageable monthly payments. With The Chartwell Hospital, achieving your ideal lifestyle has never been so achievable. Take advantage of our Interest-Free Financing option today, because a healthier you shouldn't have to wait.

A 6 or 12 Month Holistic Programme

Begin a transformative journey with our 6-month comprehensive program, tailored to enhance the benefits of the Allurion Gastric Balloon. This program emphasizes the adoption of sustainable healthy lifestyle changes in conjunction with the gastric balloon procedure. It includes personalized nutritional advice, tailored fitness plans, mental wellness support, and continuous monitoring of your progress. Our goal is to ensure your weight loss journey is not only successful but also empowering and sustainable. This holistic strategy empowers you, promoting a healthier and more joyful lifestyle.

12 Months After

95% Sustain weight loss

Experience lasting transformation with the Allurion Gastric Balloon. Our program boasts an impressive 95% rate of sustained weight loss 12 months after the procedure. We don't just help you lose weight - we equip you with the tools and support to maintain your progress long after the balloon procedure. It's not just about a temporary change, it's about embracing a sustainable, healthier lifestyle. Start your journey with us and discover the power of lasting weight loss success.

What can I expect on my journey with

The Chartwell Hospital

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Medical Consultation

Dietary Consultation

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Commence your journey with an in-depth medical consultation, ensuring your suitability for the Allurion Balloon and personalising your treatment plan.

Receive tailored dietary advice from our nutrition experts, guiding you towards healthier eating habits and maximizing your weight loss potential.

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Balloon Insertion

Follow up Appointments

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Undergo the innovative, non-surgical balloon insertion by our skilled clinicians - a swift procedure initiating your weight loss journey.

Benefit from regular follow-up appointments, offering you continual support, monitoring your progress, and adjusting your plan as needed for optimal results.

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Inspired for a better you

Embrace the change and start your transformation today with the Allurion Gastric Balloon. Begin the journey towards a healthier, happier you.

Choose your plan

Select the plan that's right for you

We have a plan to suit all

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Swallow under X-Ray

4 month implant

6 Month Dietary Support

6 Month App Access

6 Month Aftercare

6 Months Coach IRS Access

Connected Scales

Health Tracker Watch

Medications

90 Day Warranty

Best for starting small

£3995

Allurion 4 Months Balloon

Swallow under X-Ray

8 month implant (2x 4months)

18 Month Dietary Support

18 Month App Access

18 Month Aftercare

18 Months Coach IRS Access

Connected Scales

Health Tracker Watch

Medications

90 Day Warranty (Per Placement)

Best for scaling up

£6995

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Gastric Balloon News

Your questions answered

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FAQ's

Your burning questions about the Allurion weight-loss Programme

  • What are the differences between the Allurion Balloon and other gastric balloons?

    The Allurion Balloon is the world’s first and only gastric balloon without the need for surgery, endoscopy* or anaesthesia for balloon placement and removal. The balloon is swallowed as a capsule during a 15-minute placement which means less downtime or time off work for our patients.


    Designed to pass naturally at approximately 16 weeks, the Allurion Balloon maximizes weight loss while minimizing time spent in the body, making it a more effective option than longer 6-month endoscopic balloons, where 80% of weight loss is achieved within the first 3 months.1


    The Allurion Balloon is a safer option, with fewer side effects. It has a significantly lower intolerance rate compared to 12-month endoscopic balloons (1-3% vs 14.4%)2,3, with an overall serious adverse event rate that is 10 times lower than other liquid-filled balloons.4-10


    Made from vegan polyurethane, a material that’s much thinner and more flexible than the silicone material in endoscopic balloons, the Allurion Balloon flexes and adapts as your stomach moves, ensuring a snug and comfortable fit.


    References:


    Gaur et al. 2015, GI Endoscopy

    Jamal MH et al., [published online ahead of print, 2021 Sep 30]. Obes Surg. 2021;1-6.

    Ienca R, Al Jarallah M, Caballero A, et al. The Procedureless Elipse Gastric Balloon Program: Multicenter Experience in 1770 Consecutive Patients. Obes Surg. 2020;30(9):3354-3362

  • What happens after the balloon has passed?

    After the Allurion Balloon passes, the Allurion Programme and the related support from your healthcare team continues for one month. At the end of the Allurion Programme, you should continue your healthy lifestyle habits. One clinical study showed that 95% of the average weight loss with the Allurion Balloon was sustained at 1-year follow-up.

  • How is the balloon removed?

    After approximately 16 weeks inside your stomach, a time-activated release valve will open, allowing the balloon to empty and pass naturally through the gastrointestinal tract without the need for a removal procedure.*


    *In rare cases, the Allurion Balloon may require endoscopic or surgical intervention for removal.

  • Is the Allurion Program better than dieting alone?

    Yes! The Allurion Program, a combination of our unique swallowable gastric balloon and a supported lifestyle change program, leads to nearly 2.5 times the weight loss than a lifestyle change program alone, according to an independent study.(superscript 1)


    In another study, three-quarters of participants who attempted to lose weight over a year through calorie-controlled or restricted diets (72% of participants), exercise programs or courses (22%), and pharmaceutical treatments (12%), did not achieve a clinically meaningful weight loss defined as at least 5% of their body weight.(superscript 2) The evidence shows that these isolated methods alone are not enough.


    The 6-month Allurion Program combines medical support and a weight-loss device (Allurion Gastric Balloon), digital tools (Allurion Connected Scale, Allurion Health Tracker and Allurion App) and nutritional coaching to kick-start your weight loss and help you form lifelong healthy habits to maintain the weight loss.

     

    References

     

    Results at 16 weeks. Raftopoulos, I et al Holyoke Medical Center. Holyoke, MA​ An Intensive 52 Week Nutritional, Exercise and Behavior Modification Program: Comparing With or ​Without the Allurion IGB Presented at ASMBS 2019

    Three-quarters of adults with obesity have attempted to lose weight in the past year, but most have been unsuccessful (ampproject.org)

  • Does a doctor need to remove the Balloon?


    No. After approximately 16 weeks, the Balloon deflates and passes naturally. In very rare cases, an intervention might be required.

  • Will I put the weight back on?

    Up to 95% of weight-loss may be sustained 12 months after the Balloon exits the body!

  • How is the Balloon placed?

    The placement takes place during a less than 20-minute outpatient visit. Allurion is the first gastric balloon that requires no endoscopy* or anaesthesia for placement or removal. Simply swallow a capsule containing the deflated Balloon with a catheter: once the Balloon is confirmed to be in your stomach via x-ray, the Balloon is filled with water through a catheter. A second x-ray takes place to ensure the Balloon is filled correctly.

  • Can I return to normal activities after placement?

    After the less than 20-minute placement, you can continue with your life; however, you may have some symptoms for a few days such as nausea, vomiting and stomach cramps. Your healthcare professional will advise you on care and nutrition after placement and the best plan to resume your activities, such as gym and exercise.

  • Will it be obvious to others that I have the Allurion Balloon in my stomach?

    No. The Allurion Programme is a discrete experience. Unless you tell people, no one will know you have had the Balloon placed.

  • How much weight can be lost with Allurion?

    After approximately 16 weeks of the Allurion Program, multiple clinical studies have demonstrated that patients lose on average 10–15% of their total body weight. If you still want to lose more weight, a second Balloon can be placed after completing the first program.

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