Adjustable gastric banding is a weight loss surgery that involves placing an adjustable gastric band around the top part of the stomach.
Adjustable gastric banding restricts the flow of food, keeping food near the top of the stomach in a small pouch created by the band. This helps people with adjustable gastric bands to feel full longer, as the food trickles past the band at a slow rate, like an hour glass.
Adjustable gastric banding is a popular choice for weight loss surgery because:
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it does not require cutting or stapling of your internal organs.
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it is a safer procedure with fewer side effects.
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it is adjustable and removable, if neccessary.
Weight Loss Surgical Center has a 20-minute, free adjustable gastric banding Video Seminar available for you to learn more about gastric band Surgery and find out if it is right for you.