Gastric banding during endoscopy to help with weight loss
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This trial studies an endoscopic procedure that places a band inside the stomach to help reduce weight. You may be considered if your body weight is above a certain level and you’re able to safely undergo an endoscopy.
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Who can take part
- Your body mass index (BMI) must be over 27
- You must have no reason you cannot have an endoscopy (a camera test through the mouth)
- You must not have bleeding-related stomach lesions (areas in the stomach that can bleed)
- Your blood-thinner medicines (anticoagulants) must not be uncontrolled or unsafe to manage
- Your anti-inflammatory pain medicines (NSAIDs) must not be uncontrolled or unsafe to manage
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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