Gastric balloon for weight loss in obese teens
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study tests whether a special stomach balloon, plus regular coaching, helps overweight teens lose weight and improve health. It requires frequent check-ins and following recommended lifestyle changes.
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Who can take part
- Be age 14 to 19, and considered obese by doctors’ measurements
- You can attend study visits about every 2 weeks to 1 month
- You can follow the lifestyle changes your care team recommends
- You have not had stomach or esophagus surgery before
- You do not have certain stomach or intestine conditions (like significant ulcers or blockage history)
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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