Firstly The Gastric Banding Procedure is a proven weight loss solution.
The Laparoscopic Gastric Band assists weight loss and weight control in two ways:
Creating a sense of fullness. The gastric band presses on the stomach, which makes the brain think that the stomach is full and therefore requires no more food.
Satisfying hunger sooner. The gastric band creates a smaller stomach pouch, so that less food is required to feel satisfied. Also, because the band has reduced the size of the passage through which food passes, it takes longer to digest.
Laparoscopic Gastric Banding Procedure is usually performed through small incisions in the stomach using a camera. This minimally invasive surgery usually results in less discomfort and time off. During the 30-45 minute procedure, a Gastric Band, much like a wristwatch, is fastened around the upper stomach to create a small pouch, which restricts the amount of food that can be consumed. In addition to the band, an access port, connected by tubing, is placed in the abdomen wall. This port allows for the size of the band to be increased or decreased with saline (a harmless water/salt solution).
The Laparoscopic Gastric Banding Procedure does not involve cutting or stapling of the stomach or intestines, providing the option to reverse the treatment. â?¢ Patients can lose up to an average of 27kg of their excess weight in 12 months.
Patients have shown maintenance of their weight loss 3-8 years after their procedure.
Effective weight loss can lead to either complete control or improvement in obesity related diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, hypertension and obstructive sleep apnoea.
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