Center for Videoscopic & Laser Surgery

THE LAP-BAND PROGRAM

LAP-BAND is clearly different from other bariatric procedures on several fronts. One of the most appealing aspects of the surgery is that it is done laparoscopically. This necessitates five or six small incisions in the abdomen as opposed to one very large incision typically used for other methods. Not only does this mean less scarring, it also means a shorter hospital stay. Broken down, that equals one night at the hospital and just a few days off work.

Gradual weight loss after LAP-BAND allows the skin to remain more elastic so there is often less drooping, stretching and skin damage than occurs with rapid weight loss.

The LAP-BAND is adjustable to meet the weight loss needs of each patient. Likewise, saline can be removed if the patient needs to be allowed to eat more particularly during pregnancy or for other surgery.

Many people find the LAP-BAND System for weight-loss very appealing especially when compared with other methods for surgery, which are more invasive yet non-surgical methods have failed. For the right individual, LAP-BAND may very well be a catalyst for weight loss that actually works.

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