Innovative Treatment for Diabetes and Obesity
EndoBarrier: A Promising Breakthrough in Diabetes and Obesity Management
An Innovative Device for Patients Who Do Not Respond to Traditional Treatment Methods
Two major health issues that are on the rise, affecting millions of people worldwide, include obesity and Type 2 diabetes. Even though we have made significant advancements in controlling these problems through lifestyle changes and medical treatments, there are still cases where they seem uncontrollable.
Clinicians often encounter patients who suffer from refractory form of duabetes and obesity. These patiebrs usually fail to respond to even the most aggressive medical treatment. However recent studies seem to have a solution, the EndoBarrier.
The EndoBarrier is a device implanted in the most proximal section of the small intestine. To be more precise, it is a “Gut liner” placed almg the inner lining of and between the duodenum and Jejunum. Unlike some of the surgical procedures like gastric bypass surgery, EndoBarrier is reversible, adding a layer of assurance that adverse effects are also temporary. Furthermore, the liner is typically inserted endoscopically, it can also be removed in the same manner.
