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What is the true success rate of Gastric Banding?

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About 85-90% . There are three reasons for failure. First, patient-related reasons: some patients go over to liquid high-calorie diet (cream, ice-cream, chocolate, etc…) Second, band failure (leakage for example). Third, placement failure (surgeon error). The above situations are rare. This explains the very high success rate of this method.
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What is Adjustable Gastric Banding (AGB)?

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In the adjustable gastric banding method a band is applied around the stomach about 20 mm below the gastro-esophageal junction. On the inner lining of the band there is a longitudinal balloon (like a bicycle tire). This balloon is through a small tube attached to a subcutaneous port. The band is left empty at time of surgery but is thereafter gradually filled with fluid by injection through the subcutaneous port. It is thus possible to vary the opening in the stomach after surgery.
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How is laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding (LapBand) performed?

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We perform both the laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass and the laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding (LapBand) procedures.
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What is the follow-up after gastric banding?

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Follow-up is different than the laparoscopic gastric bypass. Band patients need to be seen in the office on a monthly basis to be evaluated for adjustments. If there are adjustments that are necessary, these will be performed either in the hospital under x-ray guidance or in the office.
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What exactly is the 'program' after Adjustable Gastric Banding?

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The program begins with the first call to our office. We know that people who are suffering with morbid obesity have gone through many "fad" programs, false promises, and 'diet industry' quackery, so we immediately want to dispel myths about morbid obesity and teach factual information about the realistic benefits and patient responsibilities related to choosing surgery for obesity. Our team has a high motivation for helping patients succeed post surgically.
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I heard that gastric banding is as good an operation as gastric bypass - is this true?

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Gastric banding in some respects is a simpler operation and can have different side effects. For some individuals, the adjustable gastric LapBand® may work as well as gastric bypass depending on the person's eating patterns and food selection. A careful review of your dieting history will be very important in the decision-making process.
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Is it true that the gastric banding system seems "tighter" in the morning?

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This is a fairly common feeling, especially for people with bands that are tight or just after an adjustment. During the day the water content in the body changes and this may cause the band to feel "tighter" some of the time. Some women have also noticed that the band feels tighter during menstruation.
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What is involved in Laparoscopic gastric banding?

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Gastric banding involves placing a band around the upper stomach; this band has a balloon inside leading to a narrow tube connected to a reservoir placed under the skin. The operation is performed laparoscopically (keyhole surgery) and takes only about 40 minutes. You will be allowed home at between 12 and 72 hours after surgery. You start with fluids on the same day which is continued for another 4 weeks.
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What is Laparoscopic Adjustable Gastric Banding?

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Laparoscopic Adjustable Gastric Banding is a purely restrictive procedure by which a small plastic ring is placed at the top of the stomach to limit the amount of food intake of the patient. This is a much safer procedure than the gastric bypass in that there are no connections or division of the bowel. LapBand patients are discharged home after an overnight hospital stay.
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Will my food still be digested normally after gastric banding is performed?

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Yes, your digestive system will function the same, you will simply be digesting less food because you are eating less.
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What is involved in gastric banding?

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The gastric band is placed around the upper stomach and a small tube led to a reservoir placed under the skin. The operation is performed laparoscopically (keyhole surgery) and takes only about 40 minutes. You will be allowed home at between 24 and 72 hours after surgery with a diet sheet that starts with fluids and builds up to solid food over the next 6 weeks Eight weeks postoperatively we inflate the balloon in the band using a special needle placed through the skin into the reservoir.
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TOP ^ How do I know if I qualify for gastric banding?

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If you are 40 pounds or more overweight with a BMI of 35 or higher, you could qualify for this life-saving procedure. Call our Resource Center at 1-800-275-0966 to register for a free, informational gastric banding seminar. Click here to check your BMI. If you have insurance, our network of medical professionals will work closely with you to obtain coverage for gastric banding.
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What about pregnancy after gastric banding?

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We prefer women wait at least a year before becoming pregnant. The patient should promptly begin pre natal care with an obstetrician. We will coordinate with him/her to potentially loosen the band to allow a more normal food intake. The patient will then need to continue healthy nutrition and activity to avoid excess weight gain during the pregnancy.
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