What is Laparoscopic Lap Band procedure?
It’s an operation done to help obesity. The idea behind the operation is to create a small pouch in the upper part of the stomach with a controlled and adjustable stoma, without stapling, thus limiting food intake. A gastric band device is introduced through tiny (1cm) incisions in the abdomen and is placed around the upper part of the stomach. The resulting pouch (or the “new stomach”) dramatically reduces the functional capacity of the stomach. The band has a balloon from the inside that is adjustable and can reduce stoma size, thus prolonging the period of fullness. – No cutting of the stomach – No stapling of the stomach – Calibrated pouch and stoma size – Can be adjusted to patient’s needs after surgery with no operation to adjust the stoma – Laparoscopic removal possible – Fully reversible – Short hospital stay (does not exceed 48 hours) The operation is performed under general anesthesia and can last between 30 minutes and 1 hour. The Band is fitted around the uppermost part of
