Endoscopic Bariatric and Metabolic Therapies: Another Tool for the Management of Diabetes and Obesity

Endoscopic bariatric and metabolic therapies (EBMTs) have sparked significant interest as minimally invasive therapeutic options for weight loss. Although bariatric surgery remains an effective option for sustained weight loss and improvement in the metabolic syndrome, access and utilization are limited. Various EBMTs have been designed to emulate the physiologic effects of established surgical interventions, including space ‐occupying and non‐space occupying gastric therapies, gastric remodeling procedures, and small bowel therapies. This review will discuss the safety and efficacy of available FDA approved minimally invasive endoscopic bariatric interventions, as well as those currently under investigation. In add ition, the role of endoscopic revision after failed surgical intervention will also be discussed.
Source: Journal of Diabetes - Category: Endocrinology Authors: Tags: REVIEW ARTICLE Source Type: research