Novel endoscopic bariatric therapies: A glimpse into the future

The management of obesity generally consists of lifestyle interventions, which are often inadequate, or invasive surgery, that carries a high cost and strict eligibility requirements. The recent rise of endoscopic bariatric interventions has the potential to provide a minimally invasive, cost-effective, and reversible option for patients. Although a few of these therapies have already gained Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval, many more are in various stages of development and clinical trials.
Source: Techniques in Gastrointestinal Endoscopy - Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Source Type: research