Abstract
Endoscopic bariatric therapies (EBTs) are effective tools for the management of obesity. By mimicking restrictive and bypass surgery physiology, they provide a safe and effective treatment option with the added capabilities of reaching a broader population. Multiple efficacious medical devices, such as intragastric balloons, endoscopic suturing/plication devices, and bypass liners, at various stages of development are available in the United States. EBTs represent the newest addition to a multidisciplinary approach in obesity management. This article reviews several devices’ safety and efficacy for primary care providers in the era of evolving obesity treatment.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 149-163 |
Number of pages | 15 |
Journal | Medical Clinics of North America |
Volume | 102 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jan 2018 |
Keywords
- Devices
- Endoscopic suturing
- Endoscopy
- Gastric balloon
- Obesity
- Treatment
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Medicine(all)