Approved by the FDA in June 2001, the BioEnterics® Lap Band® Adjustable Gastric Banding System is the newest and the only adjustable surgical treatment for morbid obesity in the United States. It induces weight loss by reducing the capacity of the stomach, which restricts the amount of food that can be consumed. Since its clinical introduction in 1993, more than 100,000 Lap Band® procedures have been performed around the world.

Minimally Invasive Approach

During the procedure, surgeons usually use laparoscopic techniques (using small incisions and long-shafted instruments), to implant an inflatable silicone band into the patient's abdomen. Like a wristwatch, the band is fastened around the upper stomach to create a new, tiny stomach pouch that limits and controls the amount of food you eat.

It also creates a small outlet that slows the emptying process into the stomach and the intestines.

As a result, patients experience an earlier sensation of fullness and are satisfied with smaller amounts of food. In turn, this results in weight loss.

Least Traumatic Procedure

Since there is no cutting, stapling or stomach re-routing involved in the Lap Band® System procedure, it is considered the least traumatic of all weight loss surgeries.

The laparoscopic approach to the surgery also offers the advantages of reduced post-operative pain, shortened hospital stay and quicker recovery.

If for any reason the Lap Band® System needs to be removed, the stomach generally returns to its original form.

Adjustable Treatment

The Lap Band® System is also the only adjustable weight loss surgery.

The diameter of the band is adjustable for a customized weight-loss rate. Your individual needs can change as you lose weight.

For example, pregnant patients can remove fluid from their band to allow for adequate nutrition, while patients who aren't experiencing significant weight loss can have their bands tightened.

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The Lap-Band procedure uses an inflatable ring that is placed around the upper part of the stomach. The inflatable ring creates a small pouch and controls the flow of food. The ring is inflated or deflated until the goal weight loss has been achieved. One key advantage of this procedure is its ability to be adjusted in the office as well as the fact that it is easily reversed, if necessary.

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