Plain-English translation of NCT06673550 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.
This trial is testing a weight-loss procedure using a fluid-filled intragastric balloon — a soft balloon filled with saline solution that is placed inside your stomach to reduce how much food you can eat. Researchers want to find out which balloon size (500, 600, or 700 milliliters) works best and is safest for helping people lose weight.
Many people find that diet and exercise alone are not enough to lose weight. This treatment offers a less invasive option than weight-loss surgery, and this study will help doctors understand which size balloon gives the best results with the fewest side effects.
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You will be randomly assigned to receive one of three balloon sizes. A doctor will place the balloon in your stomach through your mouth using an endoscope (a thin camera tube) — a procedure that takes about 15–20 minutes and is done with sedation. You'll stay in the hospital briefly for observation. The balloon typically remains in place for about six months, during which you'll have regular follow-up visits to monitor your progress, weight loss, and any side effects. The study runs from August 2022 through June 2025.
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