The Lap-Band ® System is an
adjustable gastric band which has been used by leading laparoscopic
surgeons around the world to overcome severe obesity.
- It is done by minimal invasive surgery (laparoscopy)
- It is the least invasive of the bariatric procedures and
has the least morbility and mortality
- FDA approved since 2001
- It is a totally reversible procedure
- Adjust to every patients needs
- The stomach IS NOT stapled
- The patient is sent to home in 24 hrs. or less
- 40 min. procedure
- Quick recovery
- Fullness and satisfaction is experienced with just a small
amount of food
- The reduced amount intake results in a dramatic weight
loss
The Lap-Band® System is a silicone band that is surgically
placed around the stomach. The band is designed to limit food
intake. When you eat less food your body draws on its own fat
reserves to get the energy it needs.
THE RESULT IS: YOU LOSE
WEIGHT
The surgery is done by laparoscopy (also known as keyhole surgery).
A large incision is not required. The stomach area is accessed
via 4 to 6 very small incisions which are then closed with self-dissolving
sutures.
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