Archives: April 2024
Where Did the Lap-Band Go, And How Do We Replace One?
If you think back about a decade, you’ll remember how popular the laparoscopic adjustable gastric band was. Marketed under the names Lap-Band and Realize Band, tens of thousands of these procedures were performed over several years. However, while other major bariatric surgeries have lasted the test of time, the Lap-Band is rarely performed today. Let’s talk about why that is and what options patients with Lap-Band complications now have.
How Quickly Can You Have Bariatric Surgery?
When we discuss the path toward bariatric surgery, the question of “how fast I can get it” almost invariably pops up. This is usually because the decision to have bariatric in the first place is so significant that when patients have made up their minds, they can’t wait to get moving and see their eventual results. This is perfectly understandable, but the reality of a significant surgical procedure like this means there will always be some time between the decision and the surgery date. Let’s talk about what influences the surgical timeframe:
