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Lap Band or Adjustable Gastric Band
An adjustable gastric band or Lap Band is an inflatable silicone prosthetic device that is placed around the top portion of the stomach (This procedure is also called stomach banding).
The placement of the band causes the creation of a small pouch at the top of the stomach that holds approximately 30 ml (about 1/8 cup). As the upper part of the stomach registers as full, the message to the brain is that the entire stomach is full and this sensation helps the person to be hungry less often, to feel full more quickly, to eat smaller portions, and lose weight over time.
Some fatcs about the Gastric Band Surgery:
• This technique is performed by Laparoscopic gastric surgery.
• The band is fully reversible and does not
permanently alter the anatomy.
• Expected weight loss:
30% body weight
40-50% excess body weight
• Hospitalization period:
1 day
• Mortality:
0%
• Possible complications:
4%
Erosions,Slippage, Obstructions
The opening of the band can be increased or decreased easily to achieve the optimal restriction
for the patient.
This video will show you how the procedure is performed:
Lap Band FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
Does the Gastric Band has to be remove after I have lost the desired weight?
No, la banda permanece en su sitio, es bien tolerada, y esta diseñada para que no provoque reacción en el organismo, solo hay algunas situaciones medicas por las que se tendría que retirar, pero en la experiencia internacional, cuando por alguna causa se debe retirar la banda, el paciente generalmente desea recolocarse otra, lo cual se puede hacer 3 meses después.
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