Lap Band Surgery Site

: A port is placed under the skin, allowing surgeons to inject or remove saline to tighten or loosen the band over time.

Healthcare providers typically recommend LAGB for individuals meeting the following criteria: A of 40 or higher. lap band surgery

Laparoscopic Adjustable Gastric Banding (LAGB), commonly known as , is a restrictive bariatric procedure designed to treat morbid obesity. It involves placing an inflatable silicone ring around the upper portion of the stomach to create a small pouch, limiting the amount of food that can be consumed at once. Core Mechanism : A port is placed under the skin,

: The band creates a "two-compartment" stomach; the top part fills quickly, inducing a feeling of fullness after eating only a small volume of food. commonly known as