Efficacy and Safety of Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty at Mid Term in the Management of Overweight and Obese Patients: a Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Background Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG) has emerged as a promising technique in endoscopic bariatric and metabolic therapies (EBMTs). We aimed to perform a systematic review and meta-analysis to provide an update on its efficacy and safety. Methods This is a systematic review and meta-analysis was performed following the PRISMA guidelines. MEDLINE, Cochrane, EMBASE, and LILACS were searched to identify the studies related to ESG. Results Eleven studies with a total of 2170 patients were included. The average BMI pre-ESG was 35.78 kg/m 2 . Pooled mean %TWL observed at 6, 12, and 18 months was 15.3%, 16.1%, and 16.8% respectively. Pooled mean %EWL at 6, 12, and 18 months was 55.8%, 60%, and 73% respectively. No procedure-related mortality was reported. Conclusion ESG is a safe and effective procedure for primary obesity therapy with promising short- and mid-term results.