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Intragastric balloon

Intragastric balloon
The intragastric balloon is a temporary alternative for weight loss in individuals with moderate obesity. It consists of a soft, saline-filled balloon placed endoscopically that promotes a feeling of satiety and restriction.
Reproduced with permission from: Jones DB, Schneider BE, Olbers T. Atlas of Metabolic and Weight Loss Surgery. Cine-Med, North Woodbury, Connecticut 2010. Copyright © 2010 Cine-Med.
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