Weight Loss Surgery
 

Adjustable Gastric Banding
Adjustable Gastric Banding Gastric banding is an effective weight loss surgery procedure used to help overweight people achieve significant and long-term weight loss.

A soft, adjustable collar (the band) is clipped around the top of the stomach using keyhole surgery. When inflated, the band delays the passage of solid food through the upper part of the stomach. The resulting hold-up creates a sensation of fullness with even very small portions. It will also make you feel full up quickly and reduce your appetite.
Adjustable Gastric Banding The band tightness is adjusted in our outpatient clinic by injecting fluid into the band through a small access port hidden deep to the skin of either the tummy or chest wall.

There are many misconceptions about obesity surgery, particularly the Gastric Band, so it is important that you are fully informed of the facts before you proceed with this type of weight loss surgery.

  • The band can be kept in for life (but could also be removed)
  • The band can be adjusted several times – some people need little adjustment, others more, it is flexible.
  • The band will force you to chew carefully and eat slowly.
  • Portions are small, but food is absorbed normally.
  • Keyhole surgery.
  • One night hospital stay.
  • The band is the safest operation for weight loss.
  • 10-15% of band patients will require further surgery to treat a band complication during the first 5 years after the band is inserted.
  • Once adjusted correctly, you can eat a wide range of normal foods.
  • You can have an active social life and enjoy your favourite restaurants.
  • You can still drink alcohol in moderation.

Weight Loss Surgery