Patients battling severe heartburn could find relief from a small silicone ball implanted in the stomach. The device, which is a bit smaller than a table-tennis ball, can radically reduce the pain in ...

WASHINGTON — The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) ended its 14-year ban on the cosmetic use of silicone-gel breast implants Friday, despite lingering safety concerns from some health advocates.

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A silicone ball implanted in the stomach could help relieve persistent heartburn. The device, about the size of a ping pong ball, is stitched to the top of the inside of the stomach via keyhole ...