Advanced Endoscopy Fellows Program | September 2024-Intragastric Balloon Case Discussions

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Dr. Chris Thompson discusses bariatric endoscopy, highlighting its history, current practices, and developing treatments. He emphasizes the significance of procedures like intragastric balloons, which have been used since 1985, and explains their various types and indications. Despite their benefits, such as a 11.27% average weight loss across different classes of obesity, Dr. Thompson warns about potential complications like gastric perforations, hyperinflation, and even death if used incorrectly, particularly in patients with prior gastric surgeries. He stresses the importance of procedural knowledge and proper imaging to avoid adverse events. Dr. Thompson also highlights emerging technologies like robotic-assisted procedures and gene therapy, predicting that endoscopic solutions will play a significant role in future obesity management. Ultimately, he suggests that gastroenterologists will increasingly manage obesity through diverse, evolving methods, advocating for more training in bariatric endoscopy and metabolic therapies.

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Dr. Chris Thompson

Keywords

bariatric endoscopy

intragastric balloons

obesity management

procedural complications

emerging technologies

gastroenterologist training