Mexican Experience in the Treatment of Obesity with Liquid-Filled Balloon

Obesity and overweight are a public health issue in Mexico. In fact, it is considered the country with the highest prevalence of obesity in the world. The Mexico Health Department regulates the use of intragastric balloons through guidelines that establish the minimum requirements for its use. The most frequently used intragastric balloon devices are liquid-filled balloons and adjustable liquid-filled balloons. There are two major indications for the use of intragastric devices: Bridge procedure in super-obese patients as a preparation step to surgical treatment and in patients who do not meet the criteria for a surgical procedure.