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MIT’s new silicone balloons inflate, deflate in stomach to help people lose weight
If successful in human trials, this new gastric balloon could offer a solution for those unsuitable for surgery or those who ...
Inflatable gastric balloon design with controller could help people lose weight
Gastric balloons—silicone balloons filled with air or saline and placed in the stomach—can help people lose weight by making ...
Doctors Still Use Ancient Tools For IUD Insertions—Now, They’re Finally Getting An Upgrade
The Carevix, used for IUD insertions, results in less pain and bleeding in studies. But there's still work to be done when it ...