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One method of weight loss to consider is changing the internal volume of the stomach itself, encouraging weight loss through lowered consumption. The most versatile and reversible of options to achieve this goal is the surgical installation of a gastric band. A gastric band cinches the stomach to make it about the size of a ping pong ball. The exact size can be changed with a saline valve that is standard on the bands. Gastric band surgery costs range from $12,000 to $25,000 depending primarily on where the patient lives, and of course the type of insurance the patient has.
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What is the best weight loss surgery program available?
Banding gastric bypass is a GREAT weight loss surgery program. It is recommended by a lot of people! To learn more about banding gastric bypass, check this website out. http://www.obesityhelp.com/
WHere can I find a good gastric banding surgeons?
To find out more about gastric banding surgeons go to this site http://www.locateadoc.com/surgery-guide.cfm/bariatric-surgery-weight-loss/gastric-banding-surgery. This site has a wealth of information on how to find a doctor and recovery after the surgery.
What is the cost of weight loss surgery?
Weight loss surgery is expensive and may or may not be covered by insurance. Gastric bypass ranges from $18,000 to $22,000 while gastric banding costs between $17,000 and $30,000.
WHere can I find more information on the stomach band?
Websites written by medical professionals would probably give you the most accurate and up-to-date information. WebMD has a lot of information about the gastric banding procedure. http://www.webmd.com/diet/weight-loss-surgery/gastric-banding-surgery-for-weight-loss
Where can I find info on gastric banding online?
You can find info on gastric banding online on sites such as Wikipedia or on websites that provide health information or that provide information on medical health or on information such as lap bands, or adjustable gastric band surgery. They will provide information on how the procedure is performed, benefits, complications, weight loss, diet,etc
Gastric Band Weight Loss Is Comparable To Full Bypass Weight Loss?
If you've been considering a gastric band, you may have heard that gastric band weight loss will be less sudden and pronounced than the weight loss associated with a full gastric bypass. While this is true, the eventual outcome usually ends up being almost equal to what you'd expect from a full bypass. Gastric banding will cause you to loose weight at a slower pace than you'd have with a gastric bypass. Within a few years the difference between those who got each type of surgery ends up coming to only a couple of pounds, with the banding being significantly safer overall.
Where can I find out more about gastric band weight loss?
First I would advise asking your doctor. They can tell you based on your current and past health if it is a safe and advisable procedure for you. For some guidelines on the general procedure, check out the site http://www.webmd.com/diet/weight-loss-surgery/gastric-banding-surgery-for-weight-loss
Indications of gastric banding?
Most common indications of gastric banding are rapid weight loss and very small food or fluid intake. Sometimes you can see signs of "dumping syndrome" and vomiting particularly few days after the surgery since the body is still adjusting.
What Weight Loss Surgery is Right for You?
If you are looking into weight loss surgery, there are different types of procedures that might be right for you depending on your needs. Gastric banding is the least invasive procedure, but it does not produce as dramatic weight loss results. Gastric bypass can produce amazing and dramatic weight loss results, but also carries the risk of nutritional deficiency. Discuss your weight loss surgery plans with your doctor to determine the right procedure for your specific situation.
Where can I find info on gastric banding cost online?
Because gastric banding is a surgery only performed on people who are in dire need of weight loss and have exhausted all other possibilities, this is something that is covered by insurance and they would be the one to call to figure out how much you would have to pay for the surgery.
Where can I found out about bariatric bypass?
There are actually several different bariatric surgeries for weight loss including gastric banding, sleeve gastectomy, and gastric bypass surgery. An excellent reference discussing whether weight loss surgery is appropriate for you, and the pros and cons of all three of these surgeries can be found at WebMD: http://www.webmd.com/diet/weight-loss-surgery/your-options-in-weight-loss-surgery-making-the-choice
What are some surgeries that help in weight loss?
Some Bariatric surgeries that help aid in weight loss are Gastric Banding, Gastric Bypass, and Sleeve Gastrectomy. Weight loss surgery involves risks and may not be suitable for all patients so it is also important to consult a Bariatric surgeon and weigh the risks as well as the benefits of Bariatric surgeries.
