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gastric balloon |
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gastric balloon Garren's balloon A doughnut-shaped inflatable polyurethane cylinder designed to ↓ the available stomach volume, used in morbid obesity to ↓ gnawing hunger; when placed for prolonged periods, it induces
hyperplasia of the G or gastrin-producing cells or pressure ulcers, See Diet, Ileal bypass operation, Morbid obesity. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Specifically, the clinic will offer laparoscopic gastric bypass and adjustable gastric band surgery as well as gastric balloon insertion. |
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