Endoscopic suturing had previously been considered an experimental procedure only
performed in a few centers and often by surgeons. Now, however, endoscopic suturing has …

Obesity is a worsening pandemic with numerous related comorbid illnesses. Conservative
management including lifestyle modification and medications have limited efficacy. In …

Background Obesity and its associated conditions, including type 2 diabetes and
cardiovascular disease, have reached epidemic proportions. High-efficacy, high-risk …

Background and aims: Novel endoscopic techniques have been developed as effective
treatments for obesity. Recently, reduction of gastric volume via endoscopic placement of full …

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a frequently encountered disorder. Obesity is
an important risk factor for GERD, and there are several pathophysiologic mechanisms …

A new paradigm in the treatment of obesity and metabolic disease is developing. The global
obesity epidemic continues to expand despite the availability of diet and lifestyle counseling …

Endoscopically placed intragastric balloons (IGBs) have played a significant role in obesity
treatment over the last 30 years, successfully bridging the gap between lifestyle modification …

Endoscopic gastric plication or gastroplasty for morbid obesity is gaining worldwide
recognition. Data concerning safety and efficacy are rather scarce. Furthermore, clear …

Obesity represents a growing public health threat. Until recently, surgery was the primary
means for treating pharmacotherapy resistant obese patients. However, therapeutic …

Flexible gastro-intestinal (GI) endoscopy is an integral diagnostic and therapeutic tool in
clinical gastroenterology. High quality standards for safety, patients' comfort, and efficiency …