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| Lap-Band: Adjustable Gastric Band |
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LAP-BAND The word is an abbreviated combination of two words (LAP laparoscopic and BAND from gastric band word in English, gastric band).
The system of adjustable gastric band LAP-BAND ® has been used for laparoscopic surgeons worldwide to treat severe obesity. The adjustable silicone band system lap band is placed around the upper stomach, thus dividing it into 2 parts (like an hourglass) to limit and control the amount of food you eat and slow the process empty the stomach, which give the effect of weight loss.
The main advantages of this technique are: Minimally invasive, accurate, adjustable, does not cause irreversible damage and is fast.
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| FAQ: LAP-BAND: ADJUSTABLE GASTRIC BAND |
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