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Endoscopic bariatrics: current therapies and future directions

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Endoscopic bariatric therapies (EBTs) are endoscopic procedures indicated for weight loss in the obese population. They are shown to be safe and effective for patients who do not quality for… Click to show full abstract

Endoscopic bariatric therapies (EBTs) are endoscopic procedures indicated for weight loss in the obese population. They are shown to be safe and effective for patients who do not quality for bariatric surgery. There are currently no randomized controlled studies comparing bariatric surgery with EBTs. However, EBTs are more cost effective and have fewer complications. This review will examine currently available EBTs with published data.

Keywords: future directions; gastroenterology; therapies future; current therapies; bariatrics current; endoscopic bariatrics

Journal Title: Translational Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Year Published: 2020

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