Posts tagged weight loss study

Sleeve Gastrectomy Compares Favorably to Gastric Bypass

September 26, 2011
Sleeve Gastrectomy

The results of a three year case controlled study show that laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy compares favorably to laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgery in terms of surgical results, weight progression, and resolution of comorbid conditions. Sleeve gastrectomy, also referred to as the gastric sleeve, has become a popular type of weight loss surgery among bariatric surgeons [...]

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Promising Data in Non-Surgical Treatment for Obesity

October 29, 2009
EndoBarrier GastroIntestinal Liner

New data shows promising results for the EndoBarrier Gastrointestinal Liner, an experimental weight loss device being evaluated for patient safety and effectiveness. The EndoBarrier Gastrointestinal Liner, or GI Sleeve is an innovative and non-surgical approach to weight loss that is designed to eliminate or reduce the risks and side effects associated with pharmaceutical or surgical [...]

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Experimental Teflon Liner Achieves Dramatic Weight Loss

August 26, 2009
EndoBarrier GastroIntestinal Liner

So far, the weight loss results seen in clinical studies for EndoBarrier have been exciting. We will soon get an update about how patients in this ongoing study are progressing. According to an announcement made today by the company developing the product, GI Dynamics, additional results will be presented on Saturday by the lead investigator [...]

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New Miracle Drug to Cure Obesity?

July 26, 2009
Peptide Injection for Obesity

Richard DiMarchi and colleagues are taking a shot to eliminate obesity – literally. The researchers have found that a single injection of a new drug offers great potential as a pharmocological treatment for obesity. The use of drugs to induce weight loss is not new, but current methods have limited effectiveness and health risks. By [...]

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Experimental TOGA System Promotes Weight Loss

July 24, 2009
TOGA Weight Loss System

A promising new approach to weight loss referred to as TOGA, or trans-oral gastroplasty, is showing encouraging preliminary results in an ongoing FDA study. The procedure is currently being investigated in clinical trials for it’s safety and effectiveness as a less invasive treatment for obesity. While we still have another year to wait for the [...]

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