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By: Ikedi Ani-okoye

introduction to lap band surgery

Lap Band Surgey is a very common weight loss surgery procedure. Lap band surgery is one of the most natural treatments for obesity , with lap band surgey the stomach and intestine is not cut. lap band surgery can limit the amount you can eat, reduce your appetite and slow down digestion.

How Lab band surgery works

There are different types of Lap band surgery, what they generally involve is placing a hollow lastic band around the upper part of the stomach, the band is adjustableadjustable. The lap band will then divide the stomach into two sections a small upper pocket above the band and a larger pocket below the band. The small (stomach) pocket will limit the amount of food that a patient can eat this will have the desired effect of maikng the patient feel full, after eating a small amount of food.

The Lab band surgery procedure usually takes about 30 - 40 minutes to complete, if you add the time it takes for anaesthetic to work it can take about 1 hour to complete. It is also usually only an overnight procedure.

The Disadvantages of Lap band surgery

Generally there risks involved in lap band surgery publishings show that there are mortality rates as low as 1 to 2000 patients. risks that may occur include band breakage, tube rupture/disconnection, abscesses, gastric erosion, pocket dilatation and infection.

Advantages of Lap band surgery

Because lap band surgery can be adjusted, moved and has no requirement for permanent alteration to the body of the stomach or intestines, it is a very good option for patients who would have never considered lap band surgery. There is also the advantages of a short stay in the hospital.

CONCLUSION

Before undergoing Lap band surgery always consider other options such as natural exercise, or a strict diet. Implementing anyone one of these can save you a lot of money. The cost of Lap-Band surgery varies from about $17000 to $30000. Always keep in mind that there are some mortalities from lab bad surgey but it is very rare.