Lap Band

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,...

Lap band erosion, otherwise known as band migration, is when the gastric band placed during adjustable gastric banding surgery grows into the stomach. It is a problem for patients, since it will no longer restrict food and it can cause further complications. The first signs of gastric band...

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...

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...