Is this surgery performed using minimally invasive surgical techniques?
The LAP-BAND procedure is performed laparoscopically. The cameras and instruments we use offer superior visibility and access for precise dissection of tissues and associated blood vessels. The benefits of using these minimally invasive method are that patients experience less pain, minimal scarring and a much quicker recovery.
The LAP-BAND® procedure is performed laparoscopically. The cameras and instruments our surgeon uses offer superior visibility and access for precise dissection of tissues and associated blood vessels. The operation is completed in a relatively short period of time (approximately 1 hour) and with minimal blood loss. The benefits of using these minimally invasive methods are that patients experience less pain, easier breathing, minimal scarring and a quicker recovery. However, any operation is only as safe as the surgeon performing it, and complications can occur whether the procedure is done “open” or laparoscopically.
