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Bariatric Surgery Glossary
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intragastric balloon
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IVT
A temporary, non-surgical weight loss device placed endoscopically in the stomach to promote satiety and restrict food intake.
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anastomotic stricture
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IVT
A narrowing at the surgical connection site that can occur after gastric bypass, causing swallowing difficulties and foo...
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