Expanding the Reach of Intragastric Balloons: First Multicenter Results of Elipse Balloon in Non-Core User Groups

Background: Surgeons and endoscopists constitute the core user groups placing Intragastric Balloons (IGB) for weight loss. Aim of this study was to evaluate the safety and efficacy of Elipse ™, an IGB not requiring endoscopy or sedation, in 6 internists-lead European obesity centres.

Source: Surgery for Obesity and Related Diseases - November 1, 2018 Category: Surgery Authors: Roberta Ienca, Michele Rosa, Corrado Selvaggio, Carmen Zafra, Galen Shi, Carmen Alfaro, Mante Aldaguer, Jose Maria Alvarez Source Type: research