Lap Band

Lap Band Slip One known complication of an adjustable gastric band is a band slip. It is estimated that only 2 to 3 percent of patients who have a band will ever develop a band slip. It is important to keep in mind, however, that...

Lap Band Removal Lap band removal is required in about 9% of patients (fewer than 1 out of 10) who maintain continued interaction with their surgical team and follow established guidelines closely. For these patients, the band is removed as a result of: Inadequate weight loss...

Lap band revision surgery It is necessary for unsuccessful weight loss or complications that require removal of the band. Is usually performed as a single 2-stage procedure: band removal + new procedure Includes 4 options: rebanding, convert to gastric sleeve, convert to gastric bypass,...

Laparoscopic Adjustable Gastric Band In this type of surgery, the surgeon places a ring with an inner inflatable band around the top of your stomach to create a small pouch. This makes you feel full after eating a small amount of food. The band has...