The Spatz3® is the world's most effective gastric balloon for a few key reasons. Firstly, Spatz3® is the only gastric balloon in Australia approved for 12-months duration - a full 6-8 months longer than other gastric balloons. Having the Spatz3® in the stomach for up to 12 months allows more time for you to implement the lifestyle changes required for long-term weight loss. Additionally, the Spatz3® is the world's only adjustable gastric balloon, and is tailored to meet your body’s needs. This means more comfort and more weight loss compared to other gastric balloons.
On average, patients experience 14.5 – 21.6kg weight loss with the Spatz3®.1,2
Spatz3® Is A Non-Surgical Device For Weight Loss That Involves Inserting A Soft, Silicone Balloon Into Your Stomach Through A Simple, 20-Minute Endoscopic Procedure.
You Will Be Put Under Twilight Anaesthetic For The Insertion And Removal, Ensuring A Comfortable And Pain-Free Experience. Once Inside, The Silicone Balloon’s Size Can Be Adjusted Easily, Allowing Doctors To Add Or Remove Fluid As Needed. The Balloon Can Remain In The Stomach For Up To 12 Months. Through Our Clinics, You Will Have Access To Wellness Resources, Including A Lifestyle Program For The Duration That The Balloon Is In Use.
The Spatz3® Balloon Works By Inducing Early Satiety, Creating A Sense Of Fullness To Control Your Appetite And Reduce Portion Sizes. It Achieves This Through Two Primary Mechanisms:
The Spatz3® Is More Than Just A Medical Device; It's Part Of A Holistic, Weight Loss Solution. By Combining The Spatz3 Adjustable Gastric Balloon With Ongoing Support From Your Dedicated Healthcare Team, Patients Lose An Average Of 15-20% Of Their Body Weight (Ref: 1,2).
Your Success Ultimately Depends On Your Commitment To Following The Advice Of Your Team Of Healthcare Professionals. With The Spatz3® And Your Determination, Your Weight Loss Goals Are Within Reach!
"Almost 8 Months Into My Spatz Balloon And I've Lost A Total Of 27kgs.
What This Balloon Does Is Give Me Time To Think If I'm Physically Or Only Mentally Hungry And Make The Right Choices In What I Should Be Eating.
This Procedure Has Been Life-Changing And I Would Recommend Looking Into It To Anyone That's Considering Weight Loss Surgery/Procedures."
This Is Jackylou's Story. What Will Your Spatz3® Story Be?
"7 Months Into My Journey I'm 25kgs Down, Exercising 3 Times A Week As Well As Eating A Healthy And Well Balanced Diet.
Having Struggled My Entire Life With Obesity, I Reached Out To The BMI Team When I Was About 9 Months Postpartum With My Daughter. I Was Embarrassed, Unhealthy And Couldn't See A Way Out. I Needed Help...
I Didn't Want A Traditional Surgical Route Due To My Multiple Sclerosis. There Have Been Easy Days And Hard Days, The Trick Is Not To Give Up And Look At The Long Term Goal!"
This Is Monique's Story. What Will Your Spatz3® Story Be?
"From A Young Age I Have Struggled With My Weight And My Relationship With Food. After Years Of Contemplating, I Took The Plunge.
It Took Me A Year To Make The Decision, But I'll Never Look Back. I Took The Platinum Package Which Taught Me The Skills And Techniques To Combat My Relationship With Food.
With The Dietitian And Counsellors Help I Have Learnt To Get Back On Track When I Need To. Having Lost 80kg, I Know That I Can Now Do It."
This Is Scott's Story. What Will Your Spatz3® Story Be?
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1, Abu Dayyeh et al. The Lancet 2021; 398(10315):1965-1973.
2, Brooks et al. Obes Surg 2014; 24:813-19
The decision to undergo gastric balloon therapy must be made in consultation with a qualified doctor. Certain conditions would exclude gastric balloon implantation. A partial list of these conditions includes:
While the procedure and programs are not covered by Medicare or private health insurance, most clinics offer financing and payment plans. To learn more about financing and payment plans, speak with one of our friendly team members.
Many of our Australian clinics support the application process for patients who have an elevated BMI and experience chronic pain related to or exacerbated by excess weight. To learn more about accessing superannuation, speak with one of our team members today.
There are two main challenges with gastric balloons. Firstly, some patients suffer from balloon intolerance e.g. extended nausea or vomiting – which, in severe cases, can require early removal of the balloon. Secondly, gastric balloons tend to lose some of their effect after around 4 months, as the body adapts to having the balloon in place, and patients may slow or stop losing weight.
The Spatz Balloon is the ONLY adjustable gastric balloon available worldwide, optimising both comfort and weight loss results by offering a personalised experience. It is also the only gastric balloon in Australia approved for 12-months duration…a full 6-8 months longer than other gastric balloons!
The Spatz Balloon is placed into the stomach by way of an endoscopy – a procedure where a doctor uses a long, flexible tube with a camera at the end to access your stomach through your mouth and oesophagus. This procedure requires a light sedation and takes approximately 20 minutes without any cuts or scars. Patients are typically discharged from the hospital on the same day after being monitored for 1-2 hours to ensure they recover well.
The Spatz Balloon is the only gastric balloon that can be adjusted (remove or add fluid) to improve comfort and weight loss results.
Down adjustment:
Some patients have difficulty adapting to the presence of the balloon in the stomach and may experience extended nausea, vomiting or discomfort. A Spatz Balloon downward adjustment (removing fluid from the gastric balloon) is often successful in providing relief of symptoms, negating the need for early removal.
Upward adjustment:
Over time (typically around 3-4 months), your body adjusts to the balloon, reducing its effectiveness. This is a normal and an expected phenomenon. An upwards adjustment (adding fluid to the gastric balloon) at this time can increase the size of the balloon, rejuvenating its effect and improving weight loss.
No. That Spatz Balloon is discrete and cannot generally be seen by others.
That’s great! The first step on your Spatz Balloon journey is speaking with our team members who will help book you in with one of the doctors at the clinic closest to you. The typical wait time to see one of our doctors is 1-3 weeks.
After the Spatz Balloon is removed at 12 months you should continue your healthy lifestyle habits you’ve developed with the help of your Spatz Program support team. Some of our clinic offer support programs beyond 1 year which helps to keep you on the right track.
It is not advised due to the potential that you will not be getting enough nutrients to support the development of a healthy baby. For patients who have a gastric balloon and become pregnant, it is recommended to remove the balloon during the pregnancy. Your health care team will assist in the removal if you become pregnant during your gastric balloon treatment. The recommended wait period after delivery is typically 6 to 12 months. Your delivery and breast feeding circumstances will impact on your doctor’s recommendation as to when to get a gastric balloon postpartum.
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