Sleeve vs Bypass vs Balloon: Which One to Choose
Short answer: The balloon is temporary and non-surgical (overweight/mild obesity); the sleeve is a permanent surgery with good weight loss; the bypass is a surgery with a greater effect on diabetes and reflux. The choice depends on BMI, health and goal, and is decided by the specialist.
Sleeve, bypass or balloon? Each option has its place.
Balloon
Temporary and non-surgical; overweight or mild obesity, or a first step.
Sleeve
A permanent surgery with good, sustained weight loss; widely used.
Bypass
A surgery with a greater effect on diabetes and reflux.
How to choose
According to BMI, health and goal. The evaluation decides.