P Forestieri, G D De Palma, A Formato, M E Giuliano, A Monda, V Pilone, A Romano, S Tramontano
BACKGROUND: Various intragastric balloons have been used in obese patients for temporary weight loss. Recently, a new balloon, the Heliosphere Bag, was proposed. In a preliminary study, we evaluated the safety and efficacy of this device. METHODS: The Heliosphere Bag was used in 10 patients, selected according to the guidelines for obesity surgery. The manufacturer's instructions were followed in positioning the device. Heliosphere Bag positioning was performed, after diagnostic endoscopy, under unconscious sedation...
May 2006: Obesity Surgery