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Written by JohnRB on
In the first trial of its kind in the world, researchers at Monash University’s Centre for Obesity Research and Education (CORE) will examine the benefits of a gastric banding procedure on overweight people with Type 2 diabetes. Lead investigator Professor Paul O’Brien said until now gastric banding surgery was reserved for people who were obese - with a Body Mass Index (BMI) rating greater than 30. Read Full Story
Written by cltalbert on
If you have been struggling with you weight for some time and it is affecting your overall health, Bariatric surgery, also known as weight loss surgery might be the right option for you. What is Bariatric surgery? According to Wikipedia "Bariatric surgery, also known as weight loss surgery, refers to the various surgical procedures performed to treat obesity by modification of the gastrointestinal tract to reduce nutrient intake and/or absorption. The term does not include procedures for surgical removal of body fat such as liposuction or abdominoplasty." This surgery is only recommended for individuals who are unable to achieve significant weight loss through diet ... Read Full Story
Written by amsharm on
Laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding (LAGB) is now one of the most popular forms of bariatric surgery. Its two main advantages are surgical ease of band placement and the possibility of subsequent adjustment of band volume (and thus restriction). Drawbacks include introduction of a foreign body, high-dependence on patients compliance and adherence, and the continuing need for band adjustments. But there are also technical issues that can arise, often requiring reoperation. Based on a recent study by Marie-Veronique Launay-Savary and colleagues, Hôtel-Dieu, Clermont-Ferrand, France, the frequency of technical complications of adjustable gastric banding may in fact be higher than most experts think ( Obesity Surgery ... Read Full Story
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Prospective weight loss surgery candidates can enter the contest online at Dr. Vuong's support group website, http://www.morefrommyband.com/ After signing up for Dr. Vuong's free monthly Lap-Band e-newsletter, entrants will receive a contest registration form via email. Entries must be received by May 1, 2009, after which a panel of judges will review all applications and select five finalists on the basis of their charitable or community service. The winner will receive a free adjustable gastric banding surgery, and four runners-up will also receive great prizes. There is no cost to enter, and no purchase is necessary. All registrants must be legal U.S. residents between ... Read Full Story
Written by surgithin on
Lap Band Los Angeles : The advent of Lap Band has revolutionized weight loss surgery. Lap-Band surgery is a type of weight loss surgery which alters the anatomy of the stomach to help you reduce food intake through hunger reduction. LAP-BAND® Surgery is the fastest growing weight loss surgery in the United States – because it is safe and effective.   Bariatric surgery is a term from the Greek words for “weight” and “treatment” . The most common form of bariatric surgery is Gastric Band surgery . In cities like Lap Band Los Angeles surgeries have become increasingly popular, though one needs to analyze ... Read Full Story
Have you looked in the mirror and wondered to yourself, "How did I get this way?" when referring to your rapid weight gain? That question is one that has been asked by millions of people around the world and the truth always comes down to one answer and that is.  
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*Gastric band surgery effective in children* (http://news.google.com/news/url?fd=R=T=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.privatehealth.co.uk%2Fnews%2Fnovember-2009%2Fgastric-band-surgery-for-children-32052%2F=AFQjCNHUpRXaRli7QKwinCw7Fp17z1O6xQ) *Private Healthcare UK*...  
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A surgeon at Children's National Medical Center and his colleagues from New York University have found laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding (Lap band) to improve the health of morbidly obese adolescents. The study, published in the Journal of the American College of Surgeons, involved nearly...  
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A visiting Swedish obesity expert has questioned the increasing use of gastric banding in Australia at the same time that University of Adelaide researchers have won new funding to investigate the issue.  
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A surgeon at Children's National Medical Center and his colleagues from New York University have found laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding improves the health of morbidly obese adolescents. The study, published in the Journal of the American College of Surgeons, involved nearly 50 girls and boys ages 14-17.  
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*Gastric banding a 'dinosaur' technique* (http://news.google.com/news/url?fd=R=T=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skynews.com.au%2Fnational%2Farticle.aspx%3Fid%3D389566=AFQjCNF9lWLW7m5Ut4GhxBmkSIgsYoVEcg) *Sky News Australia* *Lap band* surgery, which has more than...  
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Last year Edith Smith weighed in at over 300 lbs. and was on a wait list for gastric lap band surgery. She has since had the procedure and now has dropped 50 lbs. in 10 months. Edith says that she has learned a lot this past year and has worked hard to get where she is. She knows that the surgery is not a quick fix and that diet and exercise have played a major role in her weight loss and healthy attitude. "I have a lot more mobility than I...  
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