The LAP-BAND® System
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What is the Lap-Band?
The LAP-BAND® system, being a laparoscopic procedure, means that only tiny incisions are made in the abdomen to perform the surgery. The surgeon will then place an adjustable gastric band that creates a small pouch on the upper portion of your stomach. The surgery typically lasts less than an hour and does not have a lengthy recovery compared to other bariatric procedures.
This surgery is also available as a single incision laparoscopic (SILS) option, which is done through the belly button with only one incision with virtually no visible scar. It is a safer bariatric procedure when compared to the gastric sleeve and gastric bypass.
Quick Facts
About the Lap-Band
Quick Facts About the Lap-Band
- Adjustable
- Reversible
- No cutting of the stomach
- Shorter hospital stay
- Quicker recovery
- Improvement or resolution of Type 2 diabetes
- Total mortality rate 0.22%
Lap-Band Success Tip:
A monthly follow-up is an essential part of your successful long-term weight loss. Schedule a follow-up consultation at our Chicagoland lap band location.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
An appointment needs to be scheduled if you have experienced any of the following:
- Have not lost weight in two or more weeks
- Have gained weight
- The band feels too tight
- Excess discomfort, heartburn, regurgitation, and coughing
