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Intragastric Balloons: Practical Considerations.
D T H de Moura1, Sergio A Sánchez-Luna2, Adriana Fernandes Silva3
1Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Division, Instituto D´Or de Pesquisa e Ensino (IDOR), Hospital Vila Nova Star, R. Dr. Alceu de Campos Rodrigues, 126 - Vila Nova Conceição, São Paulo, São Paulo 04544-000, Brazil; Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Unit, Department of Gastroenterology, Hospital das Clínicas da Faculdade de Medicina da Universidade de São Paulo, Av. Dr. Enéas de Carvalho Aguiar, 255 Cerqueira César, 05403-000, Brazil.
Obesity is a growing global health crisis. This review explores the intragastric balloon (IGB) as an effective, minimally invasive option for long-term obesity management.
Area of Science:
- Obesity Medicine
- Gastroenterology
- Bariatric Surgery
Background:
- Rising global obesity rates necessitate effective long-term management strategies.
- Current treatments like diet, exercise, and medication offer limited sustained results.
- Bariatric surgery is effective but inaccessible to many due to barriers.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the role of intragastric balloons (IGB) in obesity management.
- To examine the history and technological advancements of IGB devices.
- To highlight IGB as a minimally invasive alternative to bariatric surgery.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of intragastric balloon therapy.
- Analysis of historical data and technological evolution of IGBs.
- Discussion of IGBs as a treatment option for obesity.
Main Results:
- Intragastric balloons (IGB) are an approved, minimally invasive obesity treatment.
- IGBs offer a viable alternative for patients unable to undergo bariatric surgery.
- Technological advancements have improved IGB efficacy and safety.
Conclusions:
- Intragastric balloons play a significant role in current obesity management strategies.
- IGBs provide a less invasive option for individuals seeking sustainable weight loss.
- Further research into long-term outcomes and patient selection for IGBs is warranted.
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