Endobarrier is a medical device used for the treatment of obesity. It involves the insertion of a silicon band, which is placed in the duodenum, the first part of the small intestine. The band creates a physical barrier that separates the stomach from the small intestine, reducing the absorption of dietary fat by up to 30%. This procedure aims to help patients lose weight and improve overall health.
Endobarrier is a medical device used for the treatment of obesity. It involves the insertion of a silicon band, which is placed in the duodenum, the first part of the small intestine. The band creates a physical barrier that separates the stomach from the small intestine, reducing the absorption of dietary fat by up to 30%. This procedure aims to help patients lose weight and improve overall health.
Endobarrier is a type of bariatric surgery that involves placing an inflatable band in the stomach to limit food intake, reducing calorie absorption. In Mexico, this procedure often includes a gastric bypass or sleeve gastrectomy as part of the treatment plan.
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