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OFFICIAL-SOURCE RECALL · UNITED KINGDOM

Allurion Gastric Balloon: Updated safety information the risks of Recall: In rare instances, the Allurion

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CountryUnited KingdomPublishedMay 27, 2026Last updatedMay 27, 2026Official source last checkedSeptember 9, 2026 at 1:48 PM UTC

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Allurion Gastric Balloon: Updated safety information due to the risks of gastric outlet obstruction, small bowel obstruction and gastric perforation (DSI/2026/004)
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Why this product was recalled

In rare instances, the Allurion Gastric Balloon has not transited through the stomach or bowel as intended, leading to complications such as gastric outlet obstruction, small bowel obstruction and gastric perforation.

Hazard

In rare instances, the Allurion Gastric Balloon has not transited through the stomach or bowel as intended, leading to complications such as gastric outlet obstruction, small bowel obstruction and gastric perforation.

What consumers should do

for Healthcare Professionals: remain vigilant and inform patients of the signs and symptoms of gastric outlet obstruction, small bowel obstruction and gastric perforation associated with the Allurion Gastric Balloon act promptly to prevent serious complications, including early referral or review for symptomatic patients familiarise yourself with the new safety information and materials as described in FSN-01-2026 a Patient Information Card should be completed at the initial appointment and given to the patient at the time of device placement essential product and safety information can be accessed in the Physician Guidance Document. This document is available through the Allurion mobile app, the QR code on the Patient Information Card or the link in Table 1 below ensure any device that has not performed as intended and/or is involved in an adverse event is returned to Allurion Technologies Inc. for evaluation. Please report details of the event to Allurion Technologies Inc. at FSN@allurion.com and the MHRA via the Yellow Card Scheme Advice for Healthcare Professionals to Provide to Patients: seek medical attention immediately if you experience symptoms such as severe or persistent

Official recall notice

Allurion Gastric Balloon: Updated safety information due to the risks of gastric outlet obstruction, small bowel obstruction and gastric perforation (DSI/2026/004)

Agency: Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency

Official publication date: May 27, 2026

Read the official UK_MHRA recall notice →

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