What Are Weight Loss Procedures?
Weight loss procedures help patients reduce body weight by either:
Limiting how much food the stomach can hold
Promoting earlier fullness
Supporting healthier eating habits
At our Glasgow clinics, Mr Kasem offers both surgical and non-surgical weight loss solutions, depending on your goals, BMI, and medical history.
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Who Is Suitable for Weight Loss Surgery?
A consultation will help determine the most appropriate treatment for you, You may be suitable if you:
BMI
You may be suitable for weight loss surgery if you have a BMI over 30
Lifestyle
You may be suitable for weight loss surgery if you have previously struggled with diet and lifestyle changes
Non-Surgical
You may be suitable for weight loss surgery if you are looking for a non-surgical or surgical weight loss option
Medical Supervision
You may be suitable for weight loss surgery if you want medically supervised, safe weight loss
*Enquiries will be sent to Mr Hasan Kasem's team at Elanic Hospital Glasgow
Request a call back from our weight loss experts.
Allurion Balloon
The Allurion Balloon (also known as the swallowable gastric balloon) is an advanced, non-surgical weight loss solution.
How it works:
The balloon is swallowed in capsule form, inflated in the stomach, and naturally passes after several months — with no surgery, endoscopy, or anaesthesia required.
Benefits:
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Completely non-surgical
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No need for sedation or endoscopy
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Short treatment time
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Includes structured weight loss support programme
Best suited for:
Patients seeking a convenient, non-invasive weight loss solution with minimal downtime.
Gastric Sleeve Surgery (Sleeve Gastrectomy)
The gastric sleeve is a highly effective surgical weight loss procedure performed in Glasgow.
How it works:
Approximately 70–80% of the stomach is removed, creating a smaller stomach that limits food intake and reduces hunger hormones.
Benefits:
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Significant and sustained weight loss
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Reduced appetite
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No intestinal bypass
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Long-term results
Best suited for:
Patients with higher BMI seeking a permanent, surgical solution.
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Gastric Sleeve
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Gastric Balloon
The gastric balloon is a popular non-surgical weight loss treatment.
How it works:
A soft balloon is placed in the stomach and filled to create a feeling of fullness, helping reduce portion sizes.
Benefits:
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No surgery required
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Temporary and reversible
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Helps kick-start weight loss
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Day-case procedure
Best suited for:
Patients looking for a less invasive option or a starting point for weight loss.
