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Adjustable Gastric Banding

Adjustable Gastric Banding

Adjustable gastric banding also sometimes referred to as “Lap Band” or “Realize band” is considered to be the least invasive surgery for weight loss. In this procedure, an implant is placed, which is a soft silicone ring with an expandable balloon in the center, around the top part of the stomach.

This procedure creates a two-compartment stomach, with a much smaller top part above the band. Following which when a person eats enough food just to fill the top part of the stomach. Over time, the food passes through the opening of the band into the remainder of the stomach, and digestion occurs normally.

However, in order to have a positive outcome, patients must be willing to make major changes in their eating and lifestyle habits.  Habits that will comprise of planned eating with healthy food choices, careful chewing. Also, it is important to note that not mixing solid food and liquid at a meal is critical to success. The inability to comply with these behaviors will result in adverse symptoms such as vomiting, reflux, or pain. In addition to the changes, a comprehensive follow-up program including dietary counseling and often monthly visits are important to increase the chances of durable success. Regular exercise is also suggested for a healthy lifestyle.

 

 


 


More About Treatment

The band can be adjusted. This is done by adding or removing fluid in a balloon around the band. This is done through a port placed under the skin of the abdomen. A tube leads from the port to the band around the stomach. The doctor will use a needle to go through the skin into the port. Fluid is injected into the port. The fluid goes through the tube into the balloon around the band and squeezes the top of the stomach. If the band becomes too tight, some fluid will be removed.

Adjustable gastric banding should not be used for a patient who is a poor candidate for surgery, or if the patient has a certain stomach or intestinal disorders. Also, people who are addicted to alcohol or drugs are not eligible for such a procedure. It should not be used if someone is not able or willing to follow dietary and other recommendations.

 

 


FAQ's

How is Gastric Banding done?

Gastric banding is often a minimally invasive surgery performed with small incisions, a laparoscope, and special instruments.

Is it possible to get down to my ideal body weight?

Yes. Most patients lose about half of their excess weight following gastric banding, and they lose it slowly and steadily, about one to two pounds per week.

How long will it take to recover after surgery?

Adjustable Gastric Banding System surgery is performed laparoscopically, so patients typically spend less than 24 hours in the hospital and some patients return to work in about a week and to exercise in about a month or two.

Does the lap-band limit any physical activity?

The Adjustable Gastric Banding System should not hamper physical activity, including aerobics, stretching, and strenuous exercise, however, a consultation from the treating doctor is mandatory.

Will I need plastic surgery for the surplus skin after losing weight?

That is not always the case. In fact, plastic surgery will not be considered for at least a year or two after the operation since the skin will sometimes mold itself around the new body tissue.


Range Of Treatment Cost

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The band can be adjusted. This is done by adding or removing fluid in a balloon around the band. This is done through a port placed under the skin of the abdomen. A tube leads from the port to the band around the stomach. The doctor will use a needle to go through the skin into the port. Fluid is injected into the port. The fluid goes through the tube into the balloon around the band and squeezes the top of the stomach. If the band becomes too tight, some fluid will be removed.

Adjustable gastric banding should not be used for a patient who is a poor candidate for surgery, or if the patient has a certain stomach or intestinal disorders. Also, people who are addicted to alcohol or drugs are not eligible for such a procedure. It should not be used if someone is not able or willing to follow dietary and other recommendations.

 

 

Frequently Asked Questions

How is Gastric Banding done?

Gastric banding is often a minimally invasive surgery performed with small incisions, a laparoscope, and special instruments.

Is it possible to get down to my ideal body weight?

Yes. Most patients lose about half of their excess weight following gastric banding, and they lose it slowly and steadily, about one to two pounds per week.

How long will it take to recover after surgery?

Adjustable Gastric Banding System surgery is performed laparoscopically, so patients typically spend less than 24 hours in the hospital and some patients return to work in about a week and to exercise in about a month or two.

Does the lap-band limit any physical activity?

The Adjustable Gastric Banding System should not hamper physical activity, including aerobics, stretching, and strenuous exercise, however, a consultation from the treating doctor is mandatory.

Will I need plastic surgery for the surplus skin after losing weight?

That is not always the case. In fact, plastic surgery will not be considered for at least a year or two after the operation since the skin will sometimes mold itself around the new body tissue.

Range of Treatment Cost

NA

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Adjustable Gastric Banding

Adjustable gastric banding also sometimes referred to as “Lap Band” or “Realize band” is considered to be the least invasive surgery for weight loss. In this procedure, an implant is placed, which is a soft silicone ring with an expandable balloon in the center, around the top part of the stomach.

This procedure creates a two-compartment stomach, with a much smaller top part above the band. Following which when a person eats enough food just to fill the top part of the stomach. Over time, the food passes through the opening of the band into the remainder of the stomach, and digestion occurs normally.

However, in order to have a positive outcome, patients must be willing to make major changes in their eating and lifestyle habits.  Habits that will comprise of planned eating with healthy food choices, careful chewing. Also, it is important to note that not mixing solid food and liquid at a meal is critical to success. The inability to comply with these behaviors will result in adverse symptoms such as vomiting, reflux, or pain. In addition to the changes, a comprehensive follow-up program including dietary counseling and often monthly visits are important to increase the chances of durable success. Regular exercise is also suggested for a healthy lifestyle.

 

The band can be adjusted. This is done by adding or removing fluid in a balloon around the band. This is done through a port placed under the skin of the abdomen. A tube leads from the port to the band around the stomach. The doctor will use a needle to go through the skin into the port. Fluid is injected into the port. The fluid goes through the tube into the balloon around the band and squeezes the top of the stomach. If the band becomes too tight, some fluid will be removed.

Adjustable gastric banding should not be used for a patient who is a poor candidate for surgery, or if the patient has a certain stomach or intestinal disorders. Also, people who are addicted to alcohol or drugs are not eligible for such a procedure. It should not be used if someone is not able or willing to follow dietary and other recommendations.

 

 

How is Gastric Banding done?

Gastric banding is often a minimally invasive surgery performed with small incisions, a laparoscope, and special instruments.

Is it possible to get down to my ideal body weight?

Yes. Most patients lose about half of their excess weight following gastric banding, and they lose it slowly and steadily, about one to two pounds per week.

How long will it take to recover after surgery?

Adjustable Gastric Banding System surgery is performed laparoscopically, so patients typically spend less than 24 hours in the hospital and some patients return to work in about a week and to exercise in about a month or two.

Does the lap-band limit any physical activity?

The Adjustable Gastric Banding System should not hamper physical activity, including aerobics, stretching, and strenuous exercise, however, a consultation from the treating doctor is mandatory.

Will I need plastic surgery for the surplus skin after losing weight?

That is not always the case. In fact, plastic surgery will not be considered for at least a year or two after the operation since the skin will sometimes mold itself around the new body tissue.

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Top Hospitals

Rating :

Adjustable Gastric Banding
Geetanjali Hospital

Geetanjali Hospital is an 1150-bedded Tertiary Care Hospital with Multi Super Specialty Services having all medical modalities under one roof. The medicity is spread over an area of 35 acres of picturesque Udaipur scenery. Geetanjali Hospital boasts of state-of-the.....

Rating :

NABHNABL
Adjustable Gastric Banding
SHREE KRISHNA HOSPITAL & MEDICAL RESEARCH CENTER

Shree Krishna Hospital & Medical Research Center A world away from the chaos of the main cities and surrounded by 100 acres of lush greenery, Shree Krishna Hospital is an ideal environment for rest and recovery. Today the hospital is ranked among Gujarat's .....

Rating :

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Adjustable Gastric Banding
Felix Hospital

Formed by a group of eminent doctors and healthcare management professionals, Felix Hospital is well equipped to provide high quality of personalized care to your health & medical needs. The team is proud to be a leading organization in India to focus on end to.....

Rating :

Adjustable Gastric Banding
Orange Ray

Orange Ray is a multi-speciality wellness centre which houses various alternative healing modalities and therapies along with multiple fitness options. At Orange Ray, we use minimal or NO medicines, surgery-advised patients are spared the trauma of the knife. Our O.....

Rating :

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Jain Eye Hospital And LASER Centre

Jain Eye Hospital & LASER Centre is a tertiary care referral centre appropriate and ethical management of all eye diseases. We take care of all aspects of eye health. We are a self-contained, ultra-modern ophthalmic centre and are conveniently located at AG-152.....

Rating :

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Umkal Hospital

Umkal Hospital is a multi-specialty health care institution, equipped with the most modern state-of-the-art technology infrastructure and managed by highly skilled medical professionals in all major disciplines. Established in .....

Rating :

Adjustable Gastric Banding
SmilePro Dental Care

SmilePro Dental Care team always stands by “good dental care treatment with routine checkups goes a long way” - smilepro.in Smile Pro Dental & Implant Centres operate through strategically located centres at Pune- Model Colony & Kalyaninagar, Go.....

Rating :

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Spectra Eye Hospital

Spectra Eye Group of Hospitals has the most advanced diagnostic and sophisticated ophthalmic surgical set up in North India. With 10 dedicated super specialists available year round, the center offers super specialty eye treatment rang.....

Rating :

Adjustable Gastric Banding
Veritaas Healthcare Pvt Ltd

Veritaas Healthcare is a Multispecialty Clinic with consultations, path lab, radiology, dental, physiotherapy services etc under one roof. This convenience, along with our unwavering commitment to quality and unparalleled customer se.....

Rating :

Adjustable Gastric Banding
Ayulife

Ayulife Offer the Best of Genuine Ayurveda Treatments which helps in getting rid of the Worries & Anxieties of modern lifestyle and brings peace to mind. Moreover it not only treats the pains/illness but eradicates them. In.....

Top Doctors

DR DEEP GOEL
Dr Deep Goel

India

Specialty - Bariatric Surgery

DR RASHMI  PYASI
Dr Rashmi Pyasi

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DR RAJESH KAPOOR
Dr Rajesh Kapoor

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DR PRAKASH K
Dr Prakash K

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 DR ANAND N  S
Dr Anand N S

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KEDAR  PATIL
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