BARIATRIC TREATMENTS

Gastric Sleeve Surgery: Gastric Sleeve is a surgical procedure used in the treatment of obesity. During this procedure, the volume of the stomach is significantly reduced to create a “tube” or “small stomach.” This reduces the person’s capacity to eat, leading to consuming less food. Stomach reduction surgeries can provide a long-term solution for weight loss and may reduce obesity-related health issues
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Gastric Balloon: Gastric Balloon is a type of endoscopic procedure used as a temporary treatment for weight loss. During this procedure, a balloon is inserted into the stomach via endoscopy, increasing the feeling of fullness and encouraging reduced food intake. This can support weight loss and help change eating habits. However, this procedure is typically temporary, and there is a risk of weight regain after the balloon is removed.

Gastric Botox: Gastric Botox is a novel and experimental method being investigated for obesity treatment. In this procedure, botulinum toxin (Botox) is injected into the stomach. Botox may relax stomach muscles, increasing the feeling of fullness and potentially altering eating habits. However, this method is still in the stage of clinical research, and more data is needed on its long-term effectiveness and safety.

It seems like you might be referring to two different things: Botox injections and gastric procedures.

Botox injections: Botox, which is short for botulinum toxin, is commonly known for its cosmetic use in reducing wrinkles by temporarily paralyzing muscles. However, it also has medical applications, including treating certain medical conditions such as muscle spasms, migraines, and excessive sweating. In terms of gastric procedures, Botox injections can be used to treat conditions like achalasia, a disorder where the muscles of the esophagus don't relax properly, making it difficult to swallow. Injecting Botox into the esophageal sphincter can help relax the muscles and improve swallowing.

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