Gastric Pacemaker: Conditions Treated

Gastric pacemaker can be successful in treating obesity in patients that have not be able to lose weight through traditional methods such as dieting, exercise and weight loss medications.

Obesity-related conditions treated with gastric pacemaker

Gastric pacemaker may also help reduce or eliminate health-related obesity problems, such as:

• Lower blood pressure
  
• Lower blood sugar
  
• Lower cholesterol levels
  
• Reduce sleep apnea
  
• Reduce stress on the heart

Gastric Pacemaker: Who Is a Candidate?

To be considered for this weight loss procedure, you must meet the following requirements:

• You have body mass index (BMI) between 35- 45
  
• You have at least one obesity-related condition such as diabetes, high blood pressure or high cholesterol

Don't know your BMI? Use our helpful BMI calculator to determine your score and learn more about possible weight loss options.

Prior to the gastric pacemaker procedure, you will need an evaluation by your doctor to determine if this may be a good choice for you.