The gastric balloon, also known as an intragastric balloon, is a technique that consists of placing a balloon inside the stomach to occupy part of the space and make the person eat less, thus facilitating weight loss. Generally, to place the vials an endoscopy is performed where it is placed in the stomach and then […]
Gastric lavage is a technique that cleanses the inside of the stomach, removing the container that has not yet been absorbed by the body. Therefore, this procedure is usually used in case of ingestion of toxic or irritating substances for which there is no antidote or other form of treatment. Know what to do in
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The adjustable gastric band is a type of bariatric surgery where a splint is placed that squeezes the stomach, makes it shrink in size and helps the person eat less and lose up to 40% of their excess weight. This surgery is rapid, hospital stay is brief and recovery is less painful than other bariatric
When doing a gastric by-pass to lose weight Gastric bypass, also known as Roux’s Y bypass or Fobi-Capella surgery, is a type of bariatric surgery that can result in a loss of up to 70% of the initial weight and involves reducing the stomach and altering the intestine, causing the person to eat less, which
