{"id":879,"date":"2026-05-21T22:08:47","date_gmt":"2026-05-22T05:08:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.obesityguadalajara.com\/gastric-balloon-guadalajara\/"},"modified":"2026-05-22T14:21:53","modified_gmt":"2026-05-22T21:21:53","slug":"gastric-balloon-guadalajara","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.obesityguadalajara.com\/en\/gastric-balloon-guadalajara\/","title":{"rendered":"Gastric Balloon (SPATZ) in Guadalajara, Mexico | Dr. Alejandro L\u00f3pez"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_gben_hero{padding-top:80px !important;padding-bottom:80px !important;background-color:%23f5f7fa !important}&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<span style=\"display:inline-block;font-size:12px;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:2.5px;text-transform:uppercase;color:#1a56db;margin-bottom:10px\">GUADALAJARA \u00b7 MEXICO<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Gastric Balloon in Guadalajara, Mexico&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h1|font_size:38|text_align:left|color:%23004a80|line_height:1.2&#8243; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;15px&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size:18px;line-height:1.7\"><strong>SPATZ Adjustable Gastric Balloon<\/strong> \u2014 a non-surgical, reversible weight loss option for patients with BMI 27-40 who are not ready for bariatric surgery. Placed endoscopically in 20-30 minutes.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size:16px;line-height:1.7\"><strong>Honest disclosure<\/strong>: we use the SPATZ brand because it is the most advanced (adjustable, up to 12 months). But we do not recommend the balloon for everyone \u2014 most patients gain weight back after removal. We will tell you honestly if surgery is a better long-term option for your case.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;15px&#8221;][vc_btn title=&#8221;Free Consultation via WhatsApp&#8221; style=&#8221;flat&#8221; color=&#8221;success&#8221; size=&#8221;lg&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fwa.me%2F16196536739|target:_blank&#8221; i_icon_fontawesome=&#8221;fab fa-whatsapp&#8221; add_icon=&#8221;true&#8221;][vc_btn title=&#8221;Call USA +1 (619) 653-6739&#8243; style=&#8221;flat&#8221; color=&#8221;primary&#8221; size=&#8221;lg&#8221; link=&#8221;url:tel%3A%2B16196536739&#8243; i_icon_fontawesome=&#8221;fas fa-phone&#8221; add_icon=&#8221;true&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.obesityguadalajara.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/balon-intragastrico-spatz.webp\" alt=\"SPATZ gastric balloon in Guadalajara - non-surgical weight loss\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto;border-radius:10px;display:block;box-shadow:0 3px 12px rgba(0,0,0,0.08)\"\/>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<p>[vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_gben_quees{padding-top:60px !important;padding-bottom:60px !important}.vc_custom_alo_879_1{background-color: #ffffff !important; padding-top: 60px !important; padding-bottom: 60px !important;}&#8221; el_class=&#8221;alo-light&#8221;][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;What is the SPATZ gastric balloon?&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:30|text_align:left|color:%23004a80&#8243; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size:16px;line-height:1.7\">A <strong>silicone balloon<\/strong> is placed in the stomach via endoscopy (no incisions, no surgery). The balloon is then filled with saline to occupy stomach space, making you feel full with less food.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size:16px;line-height:1.7\"><strong>Why SPATZ specifically:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"font-size:16px;line-height:1.9;list-style:none;padding-left:0\">\n<li>\u2713 <strong>Adjustable volume<\/strong> \u2014 we can increase or decrease saline based on tolerance<\/li>\n<li>\u2713 <strong>12 months duration<\/strong> (vs 6 months for older balloon brands)<\/li>\n<li>\u2713 <strong>FDA-cleared technology<\/strong> with proven outcomes<\/li>\n<li>\u2713 <strong>Higher weight loss<\/strong> than non-adjustable balloons (typically 25-40 lbs)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"font-size:16px;line-height:1.7\"><strong>Placement:<\/strong> 20-30 minutes under light sedation. No incisions. You go home the same day. No hospital stay.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size:16px;line-height:1.7\"><strong>Removal:<\/strong> After 12 months, balloon is removed via endoscopy (same procedure in reverse).<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<p>[vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_gben_honest{padding-top:60px !important;padding-bottom:60px !important;background-color:%23f5f7fa !important}&#8221;][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Honest considerations \u2014 should you choose balloon or surgery?&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:30|text_align:center|color:%23004a80&#8243; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<div style=\"background:#fff;padding:30px 26px;border-radius:10px;box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.06)\">\n<h3 style=\"color:#27ae60;font-size:20px;margin:0 0 14px\">\u2705 Balloon may be right if:<\/h3>\n<ul style=\"font-size:15px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;list-style:none;padding-left:0;margin:0\">\n<li>\u2022 BMI 27-35, not ready for surgery<\/li>\n<li>\u2022 Need to lose weight before another surgery<\/li>\n<li>\u2022 Have not tried structured diet + medical supervision yet<\/li>\n<li>\u2022 Specific short-term goal (wedding, event, transplant evaluation)<\/li>\n<li>\u2022 Willing to follow strict nutrition protocol during balloon period<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<div style=\"background:#fff;padding:30px 26px;border-radius:10px;box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.06)\">\n<h3 style=\"color:#c0392b;font-size:20px;margin:0 0 14px\">\u26a0\ufe0f Surgery is likely better if:<\/h3>\n<ul style=\"font-size:15px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;list-style:none;padding-left:0;margin:0\">\n<li>\u2022 BMI \u2265 35 or significant comorbidities<\/li>\n<li>\u2022 Type 2 diabetes (surgery has much higher remission rate)<\/li>\n<li>\u2022 Want lasting weight loss (5+ years)<\/li>\n<li>\u2022 Concerned about regaining weight after removal<\/li>\n<li>\u2022 Cannot adapt to strict eating during 12-month balloon period<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size:16px;line-height:1.7;text-align:center;max-width:820px;margin:0 auto\"><em>Most patients regain a portion of weight after balloon removal unless they have built strong eating habits. We will be honest about your prognosis during consultation.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<p>[vc_row el_class=&#8221;alo-light&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_alo_879_3{background-color: #ffffff !important; padding-top: 60px !important; padding-bottom: 60px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<div style=\"background:#004a80;padding:60px 40px;border-radius:10px;text-align:center;margin:40px 0\">\n<h2 style=\"color:#ffffff;font-size:34px;margin:0 0 20px;line-height:1.2\">Is the balloon right for you?<\/h2>\n<p style=\"color:#ffffff;font-size:17px;max-width:700px;margin:0 auto 30px;line-height:1.6\">Get an honest evaluation. We will compare gastric balloon vs gastric sleeve vs bypass for your case \u2014 and recommend whichever fits you best.<\/p>\n<div style=\"display:flex;gap:15px;justify-content:center;flex-wrap:wrap\">\n<a href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/16196536739\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#25d366;color:#ffffff;padding:15px 35px;border-radius:6px;text-decoration:none;font-weight:600;font-size:16px\" rel=\"noopener\">\ud83d\udcf1 WhatsApp Free Consult<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"tel:+16196536739\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#ff9800;color:#ffffff;padding:15px 35px;border-radius:6px;text-decoration:none;font-weight:600;font-size:16px\">\ud83d\udcde Call USA +1 (619) 653-6739<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_gben_hero{padding-top:80px !important;padding-bottom:80px !important;background-color:%23f5f7fa !important}&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]GUADALAJARA \u00b7 MEXICO[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Gastric Balloon in Guadalajara, Mexico&#8221; 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