*8.2.6 Fecal microbiota transplantation*

Fecal microbiota transplantation, which consists of transfer of feces from a healthy donor to a recipient, is an exciting therapy with important potential. It can modify gut microbiome for the purpose of obesity management [59, 60]. The addition of healthy stool can be done through colonoscopy, orogastric tube, esophagogastroduodenoscopy, or oral capsule. It is important to carefully select and screen the donor to avoid risk of infection, aggravation of obesity, or other complications [61, 62].

Available clinical data are very preliminary and limited. Several studies are ongoing. There is no regulatory guidance for the use of fecal microbiota transplantation in the management of obesity.
