Intragastric balloon as a novel modality for weight loss in patients with cirrhosis and morbid obesity awaiting liver transplantation

Introduction In extreme obesity, bariatric surgery or weight loss by lifestyle modification is often not possible because of presence of decompensated cirrhosis. Endoscopic intragastric balloon placement may be used as minimal invasive technique to promote weight loss and make them better candidates for liver transplantation surgery; however, there is no literature in this regard.