| Service | 🇺🇦 Ukraine | 🇨🇿 Czech Republic | 🇹🇷 Turkey |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gastric balloon placement | from USD 143 (excluding balloon) | from USD 2,000 | from USD 2,500 |
Prices in the “Ukraine” column come from MediUkraine’s partner clinics. The Czech Republic and Turkey columns show the lower bounds of prices published by clinics there (for Turkey, also the Turkish Dental Association’s recommended 2026 tariff), collected in August 2026 and converted to US dollars at the rate on the day of collection. A dash means we could not find a comparable published price. In any country, the final cost is set by the clinic after an examination.
Intragastric balloon placement is a minimally invasive procedure for managing excess weight. A special silicone or polyurethane balloon is placed in the stomach, which creates a feeling of fullness and reduces the amount of food you eat. The procedure is carried out under endoscopic guidance, which makes it accurate and safer.
MediUkraine helps you reach experienced gastroenterologists and surgeons at the partner clinic in Uzhhorod who work with different types of balloons. The procedure takes 15–20 minutes and is done on an outpatient basis under sedation.
The balloon stays in the stomach for 6–12 months, depending on the type. During this time patients typically lose 10–15 kg through a combination of the reduced stomach volume and new eating habits. The method works best when combined with dietary support and physical activity.
The balloon is removed endoscopically in a simple procedure. MediUkraine coordinates the whole treatment cycle, from consultations to follow-up, at the partner clinic.
Travel. Ukrainian airspace is closed, so there are no commercial flights. Uzhhorod lies right on the border with Slovakia and close to Hungary, so patients usually arrive overland from one of these two countries, by car, bus or train.
Visas. Citizens of the EU, the United Kingdom and the United States do not need a visa for short stays in Ukraine. Rules depend on your citizenship, so check your own before booking.
Safety, plainly. Ukraine is at war. Air raid alerts occur across the country, including in Uzhhorod, and an appointment can be interrupted by one. Several governments advise against travel to Ukraine, and while that advice stands, ordinary travel and medical insurance is often void — confirm your cover with your insurer before you commit to anything.
Language. MediUkraine handles correspondence, scheduling, the written treatment plan and the quote in English. The clinic's team communicates with international patients in English.
Payment. You pay the clinic directly. Our coordination service is free of charge for you.
More on travel, safety and insurance: Safety and travel.
A gastric balloon is a minimally invasive treatment for obesity in which a soft silicone balloon is placed in the stomach during endoscopy. The balloon takes up space and creates a feeling of fullness, which reduces appetite and the amount of food eaten. The method is recommended for patients with a body mass index of 30-40 kg/m² who have not achieved results with conservative treatment.
The main options are a shorter-term and a longer-term balloon programme. A shorter-term balloon is used for faster weight loss, for example before surgery. A longer-term balloon stays in the stomach for longer, which helps establish new eating habits and achieve more lasting weight loss of 15-25 kg over the treatment period.
MediUkraine will help you understand which option suits you, with the procedure carried out by experienced gastroenterologists at the partner clinic in Uzhhorod.
The recovery period begins in the first days after the procedure. For the first 3-5 days patients usually feel discomfort in the upper abdomen, nausea and a feeling of fullness. These are expected and gradually ease during the first week. The medical team prescribes stomach-protecting medicines and anti-nausea medicines, which make the adjustment much easier.
In the second week you move on to a diet designed by a specialist. You start with complex carbohydrates, lean meat and fish and gradually widen the range of foods. It is important to follow the advice on portion size and meal frequency: eat small portions 5-6 times a day. MediUkraine helps coordinate follow-up at the clinic, including regular consultations with a dietitian.
A full return to your normal routine takes 2-4 weeks. During this time, avoid heavy physical exertion, but light activity such as walking and gentle exercise helps you adjust faster. Regular visits to the doctor in the first months with the balloon are essential to monitor how well the treatment is working and to adjust your diet.
Intragastric balloon placement is a minimally invasive procedure that reduces the usable volume of the stomach and helps people with obesity lose weight. The balloon is inserted through the mouth under endoscopic guidance, without incisions or general anaesthesia. The procedure takes 15–20 minutes, after which the balloon is filled with a sterile solution or gas and takes up a large part of the stomach.
During placement, the doctor uses a gastroscope to see the stomach lining clearly and make sure the balloon is positioned correctly. This helps prevent complications and makes treatment more effective. The balloon material is hypoallergenic and withstands long exposure to stomach acid.
MediUkraine helps you arrange the procedure with a qualified specialist at the partner clinic in Uzhhorod and gives you clear information about prices and terms.
Gastric balloon placement is an effective obesity treatment that is widely recognised in Europe and the USA. However, the procedure abroad often costs 5-7 thousand euros or more, plus travel, accommodation and support costs. In Ukraine the same treatment is noticeably more affordable.
The procedure is performed under endoscopic guidance by gastroenterologists experienced in intragastric balloon placement.
MediUkraine helps you agree an appointment date at the partner clinic in Uzhhorod and get a specialist consultation, which significantly speeds up organising treatment and reduces the paperwork.
Safety is one of the key considerations when choosing a weight-loss method. Intragastric balloon placement is a minimally invasive procedure carried out under endoscopic guidance with sedation. As with any procedure, the risk is not zero, so you are monitored during the procedure and while your body adjusts to the balloon.
All materials and medicines used for the procedure are authorised for medical use.
After the procedure, you receive detailed recommendations on diet, physical activity and a schedule of check-ups to help you achieve the best possible results.
📍 Uzhhorod, Ukraine
A multidisciplinary hospital in Uzhhorod, part of a network of medical facilities in western Ukraine: an outpatient clinic, a surgical centre covering 15 specialties and a 30-bed inpatient unit. Its 52 doctors include professors and PhDs; many operations are done as day surgery, with discharge after 1–2 days.
It is a minimally invasive weight-loss procedure in which a special silicone balloon is placed in the stomach. It takes up part of the volume, so you feel full sooner and eat less. The method does not require surgery and helps you gradually change your eating habits.
The cost depends on the type of balloon, the clinic and the follow-up included. It is usually more affordable than in Europe and includes the procedure itself, doctor's consultations and basic monitoring after placement.
Yes, before the procedure you have a consultation with a doctor and basic tests. These are needed to assess your digestive tract and rule out contraindications.
The method suits people who are overweight or obese, especially if diet and exercise have not worked. The doctor makes the final decision after assessing your health.
Usually blood tests and an examination of the stomach. They help make sure the procedure is safe and effective for you.
The procedure itself takes about 20–30 minutes. The balloon stays in the stomach for several months, during which you remain under a doctor's care and receive advice.
Yes, the procedure helps you lose weight, feel better and reduce the strain on your heart, joints and metabolism. With proper follow-up it can give a lasting result, although, as with any procedure, side effects are possible.
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