Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty

What is an Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty Procedure?

Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG), also known as the accordion procedure, is a new bariatric surgery designed to treat obesity. ESG reduces the size of the stomach so that the patient feels full faster while eating. The minimally-invasive procedure is performed endoscopically, using a camera in a flexible tube inserted through the mouth and esophagus and into the stomach. A specially designed stapler is used to bring the walls of the stomach together and decrease the overall volume of the stomach.

Who is a Candidate for ESG?

Patients with a BMI (Body Mass Index) above 30 kg/m2 who have not been able to lose weight or achieve obesity management through nonoperative measures are candidates for endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty. Nonoperative measures to lose excess weight include diet, physical exercise, and sometimes the administration of certain medications. Speak to your doctor regarding these conservative measures before proceeding with surgical intervention.

Who is Not a Candidate for ESG?

Patients with gastric ulcers, congestive gastropathy or varices (enlarged veins in the stomach or esophagus), gastric polyps, or other significant uncontrolled diseases are not candidates for this weight loss procedure.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

Performed endoscopically through the mouth, reducing the risk of external scars
Effectively reduces the stomach's size, helping to limit food intake
This weight loss surgery can be adjusted or reversed if necessary

Disadvantages

Newer procedure, long-term data on its effectiveness and risks are less available
Not suitable for patients with certain gastrointestinal conditions
Complications include abdominal pain, bleeding, infection, and gastric reflux

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