Smart Capsule (Elipse Balloon) is the world's first swallowable gastric balloon that requires NO endoscopy, NO anesthesia, and NO surgery. You simply swallow a capsule attached to a thin catheter. Once in stomach, balloon inflated with liquid via catheter, then catheter removed. After 16 weeks, balloon automatically deflates and passes naturally. Revolutionary weight loss solution with zero downtime.
Swallow Capsule: Drink water and swallow capsule (size of large vitamin) attached to thin catheter. X-ray confirms position in stomach
Inflation: Balloon filled with 550ml fluid via catheter over 10 minutes. Catheter gently removed. Takes 15 minutes total
Weight Loss: Balloon occupies stomach space. Feel full faster. Eat less. Lose weight with dietitian support for 16 weeks
Auto-Deflation: After 16 weeks, balloon's release valve opens automatically. Passes naturally through digestive system. No removal needed
Placement: 15 minutes
Duration: 16 weeks (auto-removes)
Placement Day: Arrive fasting. Swallow capsule. X-ray check. Balloon inflated. Go home same day. 15 minutes total
First Week: Mild nausea, cramping possible. Medication provided. Liquid then soft diet. Symptoms typically mild and brief
Weeks 2-16: Feel full faster. Portion control easier. Weekly dietitian support. Average weight loss: 22-33 lbs (10-15kg). Balloon passes naturally at week 16