Gastric Banding Surgery

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

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

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

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

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