Intragastric Balloon Device: Weight Loss and Satisfaction Degree

Area of Science:

• Bariatric surgery and medical devices
• Gastroenterology
• Obesity management

Background:

• Intragastric balloons are non-surgical devices designed to induce early satiety and reduce food intake.
• This study evaluates weight loss and patient satisfaction following intragastric balloon implantation.

Purpose of the Study:

• To analyze the efficacy of intragastric balloons in terms of weight loss.
• To assess patient satisfaction levels after intragastric balloon procedures.
• To identify predictors of successful weight loss with intragastric balloons.

Main Methods:

• Utilized both air-filled and water-filled intragastric devices.
• Patients underwent strict follow-up programs.
• Key metrics included weight, BMI, total body weight loss (TWL), and percentage of excess weight loss (EWL).

Main Results:

• A significant weight reduction was observed in 93.8% of patients during the treatment period.
• A statistically significant linear correlation was found between 3-month and 6-month EWL/TWL.
• A baseline BMI was linked to EWL >20% at the end of treatment.
• 63% of patients reported dissatisfaction and were unwilling to repeat the procedure.

Conclusions:

• Statistically significant weight reduction was observed at device removal and one year post-removal.
• Most patients achieved >20% EWL, with third-month weight loss predicting treatment effectiveness.
• A notable overall dissatisfaction with the intragastric balloon procedure was reported.