Who is a candidate for single incision LAP-BAND® surgery?
The single incision techniques involves making only one incision hidden in the belly button instead of the traditional five incisions. This technique can not be used for all patients. Females and patients with lower BMI’s are the best candidates for this procedure. The procedure can also be performed on lower BMI males. As our experience and the equipment we use improves larger BMI patients may also qualify for this technique. Previous upper abdominal surgery may also preclude the chances of having a single incision. At the New York Bariatric Group we have one of the largest experiences with single incision LAP-BAND® surgery in the US and teach other surgeons across the country. We presently use this technique in over 50% of our LAP-BAND® procedures. We recommend you discuss this option with your surgeon at the time of your consultation.
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