What Happens if the BIB® System Balloon Deflates?
In the extremely unlikely event that your balloon deflates; If the balloon deflates before scheduled removal you will be aware that this has happened. Your BIB Balloon has a blue dye added to the sterile saline solution in order to help you clearly identify early deflation by a change in the colour of your urine (it will be a blue/green colour). The balloon is small enough that it may pass through the intestines and leave the body naturally, however, if you suspect a deflation,you should notify your own Doctor and contact us as soon as possible. It is also possible for you to come back to our clinic for insertion of a new balloon at no extra cost. N.B. It is extremely unlikey that your balloon will start to deflate if you follow the advice and guidlelines given to you by clinic staff. Incedences of balloon deflation are less than 1% How Will the BIB® System Balloon Be Removed? The balloon is normally removed in the same way it was placed, via the oesophagus. Prior to removal, you will
