Non-Surgical Sleeve
The Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty (ESG) is an exciting development that offers a safe and effective alternative to the established weight loss options. The procedure is carried out endoscopically using a device called an Overstitch.
The Procedure
The technique we use for ESG was developed by Mr Jamie Kelly, Bariatric Surgeon, at our centre of excellence in Southampton. Mr Kelly is a world leader in ESG and sits on the manufacturer’s European Advisory Board. Mr Kelly has developed an ESG technique known as Longitudinal Compression and it’s with this technique that ESG patients can benefit from more sutures than with the traditional technique. Therefore, Mr Kelly’s approach is now shown to deliver better weight loss outcomes and with very low complication rates. You can book to have your ESG procedure in London or Southhampton
80% of individuals aren't successful at long-term weight loss when losing 10% of initial body weight and maintaining the loss for at least 1 year3
What we offer
With over 20 years of expertise, we’re dedicated to guiding you through every stage of your weight loss journey.
ESG Procedure
Your package includes everything you need to get the best outcome from your gastric balloon journey
- 45min - 1hr operation
- 1-2 night hospital stay
- 90 day return to theatre cover
- Blood test at 6 months post-op
personalised Support
Our registered Dietitians, Health Coaches and support team are here to help you achieve your weight loss goals
- 5 year comprehensive aftercare
- Emergency help line
- Lifelong support and advice
- Private Facebook support group
Weight Loss Tools
Change your habits and relationship with food with on-demand classes on diet, fitness, mindfulness and habit change
- Personalised App
- WI-FI Scales
- Healthier Weight Starter Kit
- Food diary and trackers
Our Reviews
Don’t just take our word for it, we’re proud to share the stories of our real patients, who achieved their goals with us
Ceri’s
Lost 3.5 Stone
“I felt really looked after, so I’m really please I went with Healthier Weight”
Anita
Lost 6 Stone
“It’s more than just weight loss surgery, it’s the biggest confidence boost I’ve ever had.”
Chloe
Lost 8 Stone
“If you just follow the guidance, read your packs and take in all the advice available to you, you will succeed.”
Carey
Lost 6.5 Stone
” I needed help with my addiction to food”
Frequently asked questions
Here is a rather detailed description of the ESG procedure. Please call if you have any questions about it.
The ESG is an endoluminal procedure that is performed under general anaesthesia. It is intended to mimic the sleeve gastrectomy, reducing the gastric lumen (stomach capacity) by 80% using a series of stitch plications along the length of the stomach from the incisura up to and including a portion of the fundus. The procedure involves placement of full thickness stitches using a Helix device.
The suture is carried across from the posterior wall back to the anterior wall and the stitch pattern is repeated, gathered, then ‘cinched’ (stitched). Stitches on the anterior and posterior gastric walls are commonly placed at approximately mid-wall and 6-8 plications in total are usually made. The stitching approach may vary slightly from surgeon to surgeon. Your operating surgeon can provide more detail on this at your consultation. At the completion of the procedure the “sleeve” lumen is usually 1-1.5 cm in diameter.
The procedure was developed in the United States some years ago and trials have been conducted in the US, South America and Europe. The procedure was launched in the UK in January 2016.
It’s impossible to predict accurately because weight loss results vary by patients. The studies we have available show patients, on average, achieving about 50% excess weight loss. Of course, there are some patients who lose nearly all of their excess and others who lose little. This is true of all the weight loss procedures. For optimal results, you will need to make changes to your diet and eating behaviours, and the procedure will support you to make these changes. We would say the same to patients having a gastric band, sleeve or bypass procedure.