Current status of research on endoscopic gastric botulinum toxin type A injection for weight loss

doi:10.3877/cma.j.issn.1674-0785.2025.06.011

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Overweight and obesity are characterized by an imbalance where energy intake exceeds energy expenditure. Due to the high prevalence and numerous complications, they are impacting the global public health. Dieting, exercise, medication, and surgery are common therapeutic approaches, yet all have their limitations. Currently, endoscopic gastric injection of botulinum toxin type A for weight reduction has gained attention. In this paper, we review the advancements in this technique, with an aim to provide a basis for its appropriate application.

Key words: Botulinum toxin type A, Obesity, Therapy

Zijun Fan, Yiting Wang, Duanmin Hu, Yilin Ren, Yingyue Sheng, Tianhao Liu, Tielong Wu, Yuanyuan Dai, Yuzheng Xue. Current status of research on endoscopic gastric botulinum toxin type A injection for weight loss[J]. Chinese Journal of Clinicians(Electronic Edition), 2025, 19(06): 467-470.

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