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HRV was assessed before and after the procedure. After the implant, continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) with an Abbott FreeStyle Libre sensor (15-minute sampling interval) was performed.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results:<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>The endoscopic procedure was uneventful and lasted 15 minutes. The BNM device remained in a stable position throughout the observation period. HRV analysis confirmed increased variability. Post-implant morning HRV showed progressive parasympathetic recovery compared with baseline. Within 2 months of implantation, therapy with semaglutide and metformin was discontinued, and insulin was progressively reduced from 22 to 0 IU.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusions:<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>The BNM implant was feasible and safe, with clinically meaningful improvement in glycemic control associated with autonomic rebalancing within approximately 10 weeks of implantation. 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