Allurion Balloon in Glasgow
Our Glasgow clinic for the Allurion balloon procedure, performed by Mr Hasan Kasem (BSc. (Med Sci), MB ChB, FRCS, Gen, Upper GI) at
Elanic Clinic Glasgow.
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- 0121 468 0008
- info@trustedweightloss.co.uk
- Elanic Clinic, 132 Bath Street, Glasgow, G2 2EN
Allurion Balloon Clinic in Glasgow
Discover cutting-edge weight loss solutions at our Glasgow clinic, located within the state-of-the-art Elanic facility. Here, we specialise in the revolutionary Allurion balloon, a non-surgical procedure designed to support your weight loss journey. Our Glasgow clinic provides a welcoming and professional environment, where you’ll receive personalised care tailored to your unique needs.
From your first consultation with Mr Hasan Kasem (BSc. (Med Sci), MB ChB, FRCS, Gen Upper GI), our expert team will guide you through the Allurion balloon process, ensuring you’re fully informed and comfortable every step of the way. The procedure is quick, taking just 20 minutes, and involves no anaesthesia, allowing you to return to your daily activities with minimal downtime.
At our Glasgow clinic, we’re dedicated to supporting you before, during, and after your Allurion balloon placement, offering comprehensive care to help you achieve and sustain your desired weight loss goals. Join us at Elanic Clinic in Glasgow and take the first step towards a healthier, more confident you.
Allurion Balloon Surgeon in Glasgow
Mr Hasan Kasem (BSc. (Med Sci), MB ChB, FRCS, Gen, Upper GI) GMC 3274662
Within the clinic at Elanic Glasgow, Mr. Kasem, an experienced surgeon with expertise in surgical and non-surgical weight loss solutions, offers the innovative Allurion balloon procedure. He started and developed the Lanarkshire weight management service in 2004 and continues to serve as Clinical Lead. Mr. Kasem ensures a seamless and effective weight loss journey with the Allurion balloon for those seeking alternatives to traditional surgery.
Patients find a warm welcome at the Glasgow clinic. Prior to arrival patients are personally consulted by Mr Kasem and the Trusted Weight Loss Dietitian carefully explaining the Allurion balloon procedure, setting the foundation for a well-informed and comfortable experience.
Our dedicated team provides committed support from start to finish, encompassing pre-procedure preparation, the swift and straightforward balloon placement, and thorough post-procedure follow-ups. This comprehensive approach ensures each patient receives the personalised care necessary to achieve and sustain their weight loss objectives
Allurion Balloon Cost
6 Month Programme-
Surgeon Consultation
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Pre-Placement 1:1 Nutrition Consultation
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Allurion Balloon Placement
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Treatment-Associated Medications
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6-Month Specialist Nutrition Coaching
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Unlimited Access to Nutritional Support
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Allurion Connected Scale & App
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Access to Allurion Library
- Elanic Clinic, Glasgow
Allurion Balloon Placement in Glasgow
Upon arriving at Elanic Clinic in Glasgow for your Allurion balloon placement, you’ll be greeted with professionalism and warmth, ensuring a smooth and comforting experience from the outset. Your journey will begin with a detailed consultation with Mr. Kasem, our distinguished surgeon, who is dedicated to providing a clear understanding of the procedure, addressing any concerns to ensure you’re fully prepared and confident.
The Allurion balloon procedure, skillfully performed by Mr. Kasem, is quick and efficient, taking just about 20 minutes. You’ll swallow a capsule that contains the Allurion balloon. This is then filled with distilled water through a slim catheter once it is correctly situated in your stomach, all under Mr. Kasem’s expert care.
This non-surgical procedure does not require anaesthesia, and the recovery time is minimal, allowing you to leave the Elanic clinic shortly after. As you start your weight loss journey, Mr. Kasem along with our dedicated support team will be with you every step of the way, providing continuous guidance and support to help you achieve your weight loss goals.
Financing Your Purchase
To help you purchase from Trusted Weight Loss Ltd, we have partnered with Kandoo, a regulated credit broker to offer all our customers a range of highly flexible finance options. Kandoo is a comparison service that searches to find you the best Personal Loan option that’s right for you.
We also offer a 0% split finance option. Make a £1950 upfront payment and spread the remaining amount over 10 months at £200 per month.
Make an enquiry for our Glasgow clinic
- 0121 468 0008
- info@trustedweightloss.co.uk
- Elanic clinic, 132 Bath Street, Glasgow, G2 2EN
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
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
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 96% of the average weight loss with the Allurion Balloon was sustained at 1-year follow-up
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.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)
The placement takes place during a less than 15-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.
After the short placement, you can continue with your life; however, you may have some symptoms for a few days such as nausea, vomiting and stomach cramps. We will advise you on care and nutrition after placement and the best plan to resume your activities, such as gym and exercise.
We understand that swallowing the balloon or the gag reflex can be a source of anxiety for certain people.
However, 99.99% of patients are able to swallow the capsule. If you have difficulty swallowing the capsule on your own, your doctor can assist you and gently guide the capsule down by stiffening the catheter. This helps avoid the gag reflex and support quick placement of the capsule inside the stomach.
No. The Allurion Programme is a discrete experience. Unless you tell people, no one will know you have had the Balloon placed.
