Journal Basic Info
- Impact Factor: 0.285**
- H-Index: 6
- ISSN: 2638-4558
- DOI: 10.25107/2638-4558
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Abstract
Citation: Clin Case Rep Int. 2019;3(1):1121.DOI: 10.25107/2638-4558.1121
Case Report: An Off-label Use of the Air-filled Gastric Balloon System as an Adjunct to Bariatric Surgery
Mai Gandhi, Brian Welch, Stephanie Luster and Noman Khan
Department of Surgery, Flushing Hospital Medical Center, USA
*Correspondance to: Mai Gandhi
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Abstract:
Despite lifestyle modification and weight-loss programs, the obesity epidemic is on the rise. A variety of new laparoscopic and endoscopic techniques exist to aid in the weight loss process, with some of the newest advances in intra gastric balloons. In this case report, we aim to answer the question of whether the Air-filled Gastric Balloon System can act as a bridge to definitive bariatric surgery, as an off-label use, in patients with a BMI greater than 65 kg/m2 .
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Cite the Article:
Gandhi M, Welch B, Luster S, Khan N. Case Report: An Off-label Use of the Air-filled Gastric Balloon System as an Adjunct to Bariatric Surgery. Clin Case Rep Int. 2019;3:1121.