How Spatz3 Works
Lose weight with the world's only adjustable gastric balloon
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Eat less
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Develop healthy eating habits
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Feel full for longer
How does the Spatz3 adjustable gastric balloon procedure work?
Having a gastric balloon fitted is an important decision, and its natural to have questions. Let us guide you through the Spatz3 adjustable gastric balloon procedure.
Gastric Balloon Adjustability
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15.2%
Additional excess weight loss
Balloon Volume Increase
The Spatz3 balloon’s adjustability works both ways. Patients can have the balloon volume increased, at month three or four, to achieve a second round of weight loss, avoid plateaus and prevent weight regain. This innovative feature is key to Spatz’s clinically proven industry leading weight loss results.
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Early balloon intolerance
Balloon Volume Decrease
Following implantation of other gastric balloons, approximately 10% of patients face early balloon intolerance, with discomfort leading to early removal in many cases. Spatz3 is the only balloon with the answer; With a short down-adjustment procedure, the size of the balloon is adjusted for you comfort, alleviating symptoms of balloon intolerance and allowing for the completion of the treatment and sustained results.
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Spatz is the ONLY adjustable gastric balloon, giving you the time to make lasting changes.
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Spatz3 adjustable gastric balloon vs. other weight loss methods
Lose weight at your pace, and maximize success with Spatz3.
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With Spatz3, no incisions or hospitalization is required. Following sedation, the balloon is inserted via an endoscopy.
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Spatz3 is completely reversible , meaning there is no change in the anatomy of your stomach.
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A long term balloon with an adjustability feature is key to successful behavior transformation.
Other methods
- Other procedure don’t have the same level of safety and comfort, and have lower weight loss success rates
- Undergoing surgery may be an effective method, but it also comes with the chance of repeat surgery due to surgical defects, as well as a risk to your life.
- New medications are effective and are good if you are looking for a quick fix. They are a lifelong commitment, and stopping your meds will cause rapid weight regain.
Why adjust the balloon?
With all gastric balloons, the weight loss effect is diminished around the fourth month as the stomach adapts to the balloon’s volume. Spatz3 is the only balloon that can be up-adjusted to rejuvenate the weight loss effect, leading to an additional 15.2% excess weight loss.
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Spatz3 in action
With Spatz3, we ensure that the entire procedure is as straightforward and comfortable as possible. It’s as simple as that.
The consultation
Preparing for a successful pre-procedure
The procedure
The post-procedure experience
The adjustment
Removing the Spatz3 balloon
Maintenance
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The balloon
The Spatz3 gastric balloon stands out from the competition for two core reasons:
1) It’s adjustable, so it can change to suit your needs. This means you can tweak its volume to match where you are in your weight loss journey.
2) It’s approved to stay in your stomach for a longer period of time compared to other products on the market, giving you more time to develop healthy eating habits.
Spatz3 is the first balloon to bring you both of these advantages.
Keeping the balloon in your stomach for a longer period of time with no adjustments might not lead to more weight loss.* But with Spatz3’s adjustability feature, you can increase the size of your balloon and kick-start another round of weight loss.
Plus, the longer your balloon stays in your stomach, the more time you get to work on changing your habits, leading to lasting improvements in your behavior. -
The consultation
When you go for your consultation, your healthcare provider will check your medical history and do a quick, easy physical exam to see if the Spatz3 weight loss treatment is a good match for you and your needs.
They’ll also chat with you about your lifestyle and habits. Together, you’ll explore the pros and cons of the balloon, as well as the benefits and risks of other weight loss treatments.
This way, you’ll have all of the information you need to make the best choice for your weight loss journey. -
The procedure
The Spatz3 procedure starts with a standard endoscopy while you’re under conscious sedation.
If everything looks good and there are no abnormalities, the gastric balloon is gently inserted through your mouth and into your stomach – all while you’re still sedated.
Once the balloon is in your stomach, it will be filled with a sterile saline solution using a small, attached tube.
The whole process takes around 15 minutes. After that, you’ll be monitored for around an hour to make sure your balloon is settling in well, and once the doctors are happy, you’ll be free to head home and start your weight loss journey. -
The day-to-day
With Spatz’s program, you’ll not only be able to make the most of your weight loss with Spatz, but you can also pick up some healthy new lifestyle skills along the way.
Throughout the year, you’ll have a few check-ins with your doctor, and it’s a great idea to also meet with your dietician or nutritional counselor at least once or twice a month while your balloon is in place.
At these check-ins, you’ll be able to track your progress and get valuable tips and tricks on health, nutrition, and exercise that will truly set you up for long-term success.
Remember, the more follow-ups you go to, the better your chances are of making the most of your weight loss journey.
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