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A Pilot Feasibility Sham Controlled Study of the GI Sleeve for the Treatment of Type 2 Diabetes
In Brief
A Phase 2 clinical trial evaluating EndoBarrier Gastrointestinal Liner and Sham: endoscopy and standard of care for Type 2 Diabetes. Completed, enrolled 36 participants.
Detailed Summary
The purpose of the study was to evaluate the safety and efficacy of the EndoBarrier Gastrointestinal Liner compared to sham control in subjects with Type 2 diabetes.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
The EndoBarrier is a single use, implant consisting of a tube of composite material which is placed in the proximal section of the duodenum. The implant is fixed in place with the aid of a metal anchor. The device is delivered via an endoscope. The implant facilitates the passage of food from the stomach through the tube to the proximal section of the jejunum.
Sham subjects had an endoscopic procedure and then received standard of care treatment of their diabetes