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2. Gastric balloon - Wikipedia

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   After 16 weeks, the non-endoscopic gastric balloon then automatically deflates and passes naturally at the end of placement. A recent meta analysis of 6 studies found the balloon was a safe device offering effective weight loss. Total pooled weight loss at the completion of treatment (4–6 months) was 12.8% and at 12 months was 10.9%. [4]

3. A swallowable balloon promises weight loss similar to popular ...

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   According to Allurion, only 1-3% of those who use the balloon aren't able to tolerate it and have to have it removed early via endoscopy, and on average, people sustain 96% of their weight loss ...

4. Teens with severe obesity are turning to surgery and new ...

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   Nine months after weight-loss surgery that removed a portion of his stomach, John has lost about 150 pounds, boosting his health — and his hopes for the future. “It was like a whole new start ...

5. Bariatric surgery - Wikipedia

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   Bariatric surgery (also known as metabolic surgery or weight loss surgery) is a surgical procedure used to manage obesity and obesity-related conditions. [ 1 ] [ 2 ] Long term weight loss with bariatric surgery may be achieved through alteration of gut hormones, physical reduction of stomach size ( stomach reduction surgery ), [ 3 ] reduction ...

6. Vertical banded gastroplasty surgery - Wikipedia

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   About 30% of those who undergo VBG achieve normal weight, and about 80% achieve some degree of weight loss. Most studies have suggested that 10 years after surgery, only 10% of patients maintain a minimum weight loss of at least 50% of their total excess weight at the time of their initial surgery. Some patients regain weight.

7. Weight-loss Surgery Helps Obese Teens, But Many Still ... - AOL

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8. Sleeve gastrectomy - Wikipedia

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   Moreover, they compared weight loss with adults and found comparable weight loss. [17] A study published in 2016 showed that growth progresses were unaffected after sleeve gastrectomy in children younger than 14 years of age. [18] Depression following the procedure has been noted in some individuals. Another side effect is insomnia.

9. Celebrities’ Weight Loss and Transformations: Before and ...

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   Celebrities’ Weight Loss and Transformations: Before and After Pictures Adele shocked Instagram users with a new photo in May 2020 as she rang in her 32nd birthday in a little black dress.