*3.2.2 Full sense bariatric device*

The Full Sense Bariatric Device (BKFW LLC, Grand rapids, MI, USA) is another gastric occupying device that comprises an esophageal stent connected to a gastric disk. It is hypothesized that it aids weight loss by placing direct and continuous pressure on the distal esophagus and cardia portion of the stomach, thereby inducing satiety. The pressure should provide continuous gastric nerve stimulation and hormonal feedback mechanisms that signals a feeling of fullness to the brain, even when there is no food present.
