Kuala Lumpur: Prince Court Medical Centre has made history as the first private hospital in Malaysia to successfully perform the Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty (ESG) procedure, a groundbreaking new treatment for obesity.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, the procedure was performed on December 30, 2024, by a multidisciplinary team comprising Consultant Gastroenterologists Datuk Dr Ryan Ponnudurai and Dr Mandeep Singh Awtar Singh, together with General and Bariatric Surgeons Datuk Dr Tikfu Gee and Dr Lim Shu Yu. The ESG procedure is a minimally invasive, non-surgical technique that uses an endoscope to reshape the stomach and reduce its size with internal sutures.

The medical centre noted that this technique eliminates the need for external incisions, ensuring a quicker recovery and minimal discomfort for patients. Dr Ryan described the introduction of the ESG procedure in Malaysia as a milestone in weight-loss solutions, offering patients a safe and effective option, especially for those who prefer to avoid surgery.

Dr Lim emphasized the importance of providing varied treatment options, stating, “There’s no one-size-fits-all solution for weight loss and ESG is an excellent option among the many treatments available. It offers patients a less invasive way to achieve their health goals without surgery, giving them more control over their weight and health.”

The hospital’s first ESG procedure was performed on a 29-year-old patient seeking a non-surgical weight-loss solution, who was able to resume normal activities the following day with only minimal bloating. Prince Court’s latest milestone marks a significant advancement in weight-loss treatment in Malaysia, showcasing its commitment to providing research-based solutions that enhance patients’ lives through advanced medical care.