Intragastric Balloons in the Management of Obesity
Publication Date: March 31, 2021
Key Points
Key Points
- Obesity is a global pandemic, affecting about 40% of adults in the United States.
- Fewer than 5% of patients with obesity seeking a weight loss therapy are aware of endoscopic weight loss options.
- Multiple new devices have recently been introduced into the U.S. market
Treatment
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