Burst that Bubble. Gastric Perforation from an Ingested Intragastric Balloon: A Case Report
2024
Gastric Perforation from an Ingested Intragastric Balloon: A Case Report
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Martinez Miriam MD, DrPH, MPH, Faiss Khristopher DO, Sehgal Neha DO
Primary Institution: Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center at El Paso, Department of Emergency Medicine
Conclusion
Gastric perforation is a rare but serious complication associated with ingestible intragastric balloons.
Supporting Evidence
- Obesity is a significant health issue in the United States, affecting over 40% of adults.
- Ingestible intragastric balloons are not FDA-approved in the US but are used in other countries.
- The patient experienced a gastric perforation 10 weeks after balloon ingestion.
Takeaway
A man ate a special balloon to help him lose weight, but it caused a hole in his stomach, which is very dangerous.
Methodology
Case report of a 31-year-old male who ingested an intragastric balloon and developed gastric perforation.
Potential Biases
None disclosed.
Limitations
The study is based on a single case report, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
31-year-old obese Hispanic male.
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
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