
Allurion raises $27M to commercialize gastric balloon device in the U.S. and beyond
The swallowable balloon eliminates the need for endoscopy and anesthesia, reducing costs for patients – who are generally paying out of pocket.
The swallowable balloon eliminates the need for endoscopy and anesthesia, reducing costs for patients – who are generally paying out of pocket.
These balloons help people eat less and feel full faster and most importantly, do not involve going under the knife. The birth of the stomach balloon industry is no accident, and it is emblematic of trends that are taking hold of healthcare systems around the world.
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