Brazilian physicians are gaining growing international recognition as the country emerges as a reference center in minimally invasive metabolic and bariatric therapies. This momentum follows the publication of clinical data from a Brazilian multicenter study evaluating the use of endoscopic suturing to address weight regain after bariatric surgery.
Among the specialists leading advancements in this field is Flavio Mitidieri Ramos, MD, MSc, an Endoscopic Bariatric Specialist and Director of Endodiagnostic. The multicenter study, published in the international scientific journal *Acta Scientific Gastrointestinal Disorders*, evaluated patients treated at major medical centers across São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, and Belo Horizonte.
### Study Overview and Results
The clinical follow-up extended for up to 18 months after patients underwent the endoscopic suturing procedure using the OverStitch system. This technique offers a minimally invasive alternative for managing weight regain following bariatric surgery.
According to the published results:
– Patients experienced progressive and sustained total body weight reduction, with an average loss approaching 18% at 18 months.
– Excess weight loss exceeded 50% within the first year.
– The outcomes demonstrated consistency and clinical relevance over time.
– Importantly, the study reported no major complications during or after the procedures, supporting the safety profile of endoscopic suturing compared to revisional surgery.
### Addressing Weight Regain After Bariatric Surgery
Weight regain post-bariatric surgery is a complex clinical challenge influenced by both anatomical and behavioral factors. Endoscopic suturing has emerged as an effective minimally invasive strategy to correct relevant anatomical changes. Compared to repeat surgical interventions, this approach offers:
– Lower risk of complications
– Shorter recovery times
– Reduced treatment costs
These advantages reinforce a global trend toward the expanded role of minimally invasive endoscopic solutions in the long-term management of obesity.
### Expert Insight: Dr. Flavio Ramos
According to Dr. Flavio Ramos, endoscopic suturing enables safer correction of postoperative anatomical changes while preserving patients’ quality of life. As a full member of the Brazilian Society of Digestive Endoscopy (SOBED), Dr. Ramos has been instrumental in the development and clinical application of advanced endoscopic bariatric techniques in Brazil.
His work exemplifies a broader movement positioning Brazil as an international reference center for minimally invasive metabolic and bariatric procedures.
### Global Implications and Brazil’s Growing Role
In light of rising global obesity rates and challenges with weight regain after bariatric surgery, the findings from this Brazilian multicenter experience underscore the vital role of therapeutic endoscopy in contemporary obesity management.
The study also strengthens Brazil’s position on the international stage of advanced metabolic endoscopy, highlighting the country’s ability to generate clinically relevant data that align with current global standards in obesity care.
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### About Endodiagnostic
Endodiagnostic is a Brazilian medical center specializing in advanced digestive endoscopy, minimally invasive procedures, and innovative treatments for obesity and gastrointestinal diseases. The clinic is led by a team of highly trained physicians with strong academic and clinical expertise.
Combining cutting-edge technology with evidence-based medicine, Endodiagnostic delivers safe, effective, and personalized patient care. The center is recognized for its leadership in advancing endoscopic techniques and medical education throughout Brazil.
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