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A gastric balloon is a medical device that is inserted into the stomach through the mouth, using an endoscope (a long, flexible tube with a light and camera at the end). The device is then inflated with a sterile solution, filling a large portion of.

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01 / Observe the demonstration

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A gastric balloon is a medical device that is inserted into the stomach through the mouth, using an endoscope (a long, flexible tube with a light and camera at the end). The device is then inflated with a sterile solution, filling a large portion of the stomach and creating a feeling of fullness.

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FROM THE ORIGINAL VIDEO NOTES

A gastric balloon is a medical device that is inserted into the stomach through the mouth, using an endoscope (a long, flexible tube with a light and camera at the end). The device is then inflated with a sterile solution, filling a large portion of the stomach and creating a feeling of fullness. This can help people to eat less and lose weight.

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