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Endura Weight Loss Solutions: Bariatric Endoscopy for Every Patient
People living with obesity face many challenges throughout their weight loss journey - from managing diet and exercise to coping with the physical, mental, and emotional ups and downs. It’s a journey that requires real endurance.
At Boston Scientific, we understand these challenges. That’s why we offer a new approach to endobariatrics: Endura Weight Loss Solutions - a suite of effective, minimally invasive endoscopic bariatric procedures designed to support sustainable weight loss.
These procedures include Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty (ESG), Transoral Outlet Reduction (TORe), and Intragastric Balloons (IGBs). Bariatric endoscopy can provide you with additional treatment options, expanding access and improving outcomes for patients who are not candidates for, or who are hesitant to undergo, surgery.1,2
Bariatric Endoscopy: Procedure Overview
- Minimally invasive endoscopic procedures for obesity management
- Performed using flexible endoscopy, without surgical incisions
- Designed to support weight loss in patients with obesity
Procedures within Bariatric Endoscopy
| Procedure | Abbreviation | Type | Primary indication |
| Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty | ESG | Weight-loss procedure | Facilitate weight loss in patients with obesity |
| Transoral Outlet Reduction | TORe | Revisional procedure | Weight regain following Roux-en-Y gastric bypass |
| Intragastric Balloons | IGBs | Temporary weight-loss aid | Short-term support for portion control and habit change |
Endoscopic Weight-Loss Procedures
Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty (ESG)
Endorsed by the IFSO Bariatric Endoscopy Committee3 and performed using the OverStitch NXT™ Endoscopic Suturing System, ESG is a minimally invasive procedure designed to support gradual and lasting weight loss when combined with lifestyle changes.
Transoral Outlet Reduction (TORe)
Performed using the OverStitch NXT™ Endoscopic Suturing System, TORe is a minimally invasive procedure intended for patients who have regained weight after Roux-en-Y gastric bypass.
Intragastric Balloons (IGBs)
IGBs are a temporary, minimally invasive option that helps patients adapt to smaller portion sizes and develop healthier eating habits.
Key Resources
Expert Insights
Dr. Bansi and Dr. Lubbe discuss the evolving role of endobariatrics in obesity treatment, highlighting multidisciplinary care and the adoption of ESG.
HCP Digital Patient Education Kit
Are you looking for actionable tips, proven methods, and ready‑to‑use templates to help educate individuals interested in learning more about endoscopic weight‑loss procedures with meaningful, easy-to-understand digital content?
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- digital-patient-education-kit.pdf
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- 6 MB
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Resources for Patients
Discover comprehensive resources tailored for patients across the UK, Italy, Germany, Spain, and France.
Patient Brochures
Alternative Bariatric Procedures
- Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG), also referred to as vertical sleeve gastrectomy, is a restrictive bariatric procedure predominantly performed via laparoscopy. During LSG, approximately 75-85% of the stomach is resected along the greater curvature. This procedure induces significant neurohormonal and bile signaling modifications, contributing to its metabolic efficacy.4
- Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) involves the exclusion of a portion of the stomach and proximal intestine, with the distal intestine reconfigured into a Y-configuration. This allows for the passage of ingested food from the upper gastric pouch through the Roux limb, facilitating both weight loss and metabolic benefits, independent of weight reduction.4
One Partner. Multiple Solutions.
Rising clinical demand, increasing operational pressures, and the need to meet sustainability targets are key challenges facing modern endoscopy services. At Boston Scientific, we combine advanced technology, tailored programmes, and specialist expertise to support you in delivering high-quality care within a complex and evolving environment.
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Connect with our team to access the support, resources, and information you need to stay informed and make the most of our endoscopy solutions.
References
1. Dayyeh, B.K.A. et al. (2022). Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty for treatment of class 1 and 2 obesity (MERIT): a prospective, multicentre, randomised trial. The Lancet. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0140-6736(22)01280-6.
2. Glass, J. et al. (2019). New Era: Endoscopic treatment options in obesity–a paradigm shift. World Journal of Gastroenterology. https:// doi.org/10.3748/wjg.v25.i32.4567.
3. IFSO Bariatric Endoscopy Committee Evidence‑Based Review and Position Statement on Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty for Obesity Management. 2024.
4. IFSO-WGO Guidelines on Obesity Contents. 2022.