What Are The Pros And Cons Of Bariatric Lap-Band Surgeries?

Bariatric Lap-Band surgeries involve tightening a band around the stomach to reduce food intake. These surgeries are pretty safe in comparison to other types of bariatric surgeries since one does not go under the knife (nor are there staples involved), but there are things that can still go wrong. There are risks associated with all surgeries such as feeling ill, irritation, swelling, infection, and other systems of the body being compromised due to chain reactions of things going wrong, but the risks associated specifically to Lap-Band surgeries are minimal.
Some risks associated with Lap-Band surgery include breakage of the actual band, the band eroding into the stomach, and the band shifting or cutting into the stomach. These risks are rare, however. The benefits of obesity reduction far outweigh the possible risks associated with this type of surgery. Not only does this surgery come with minimal risks, but it can be completely reversible. Once enough weight is lost, if the weight can be kept off without further interruption to the stomach, the band can be safely and easily removed. The stomach will then return to normal assuming everything goes well.
Bariatric Lap-Band surgery is not only reversible, but the band can also be adjusted without having to undergo surgery. As the weight is lost, the band can be adjusted accordingly. When the band is initially put in, the procedure is painless under general anesthesia, and you can expect a quick and easy recovery. If your doctor recommends surgery, the type of surgery that will be the least intrusive (and will still allow you to reach your goal) will be the best choice.

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