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What is the follow-up after gastric banding?

April 26, 2017Banding follow-up Gastric

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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.