Science & Evidence Center
MagDI Science & Evidence Center
A transparent, evidence-based resource for patients, clinicians, and researchers. This center summarizes the current regulatory status, published research, mechanism of action, safety profile, and ongoing clinical trials of MagDI technology and magnetic metabolic surgery. Published evidence continues to evolve and long-term studies remain ongoing.
What you will find here
MagnaMetabolic is committed to publishing scientifically transparent information about magnetic duodeno-ileostomy (MagDI), Sleeve Plus, Sleeve Rescue Plus, and Diabetes Magna Plus. Each page below cites primary sources — U.S. FDA databases, peer-reviewed journals, and ClinicalTrials.gov registrations — so readers can independently verify the underlying evidence.
FDA & Regulatory Status
De Novo authorization, 510(k) clearances, and the 50 mm magnet clearance.
ExploreClinical Studies
First-in-human, multi-center early outcomes, and revisional sleeve studies.
ExplorePublished Research
Consolidated bibliography of peer-reviewed MagDI literature.
ExploreMechanism of Action
How magnetic compression anastomosis creates a duodeno-ileal connection.
ExploreSafety & Risks
Known risks, current unknowns, and long-term follow-up considerations.
ExploreWeight Loss Outcomes
Reported weight-loss results from currently published studies.
ExploreDiabetes Outcomes
Reported effects on glycemic control and Type 2 Diabetes.
ExploreOngoing Clinical Trials
MagDI Chile and MagDI Italy registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.
ExploreScientific FAQs
Evidence-based answers to common scientific questions about MagDI.
ExploreOur editorial standards
All Science & Evidence Center pages are reviewed by experienced bariatric and metabolic surgery professionals (see Medical Review Board) and follow our Evidence Review Process. Pages are dated and re-reviewed periodically. Where evidence is preliminary or incomplete, the limitation is stated explicitly.