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Gastric Band
Now reduced to £4,995
We have dramatically reduced our Gastric Band prices to now start from £4,995. This will be performed by one of our NHS consultant bariatric surgeons at our very own state-of-the-art facility Dolan Park. For more details call us today or make an enquiry online.
What is a Gastric Band
Gastric Band or Lap band (Laparoscopic Adjustable Gastric Band) can be used as a tool to aid weight loss by reducing portions and keeping you fuller for longer. It is probably the best known weight loss surgery option, due to high-profile success stories such as Fern Britton, Sharon Osborne and our own Tina Malone from Shameless. A Gastric Band generally results in a 50% to 60% excess weight loss in 2 years.
Gastric Band surgery is recommended for weight loss patients whose BMI is 30 or over (BMI Calculator), and who want a quick recovery as Gastric Band Surgery is ‘Keyhole’ or Laparoscopic and so less invasive. In addition, gastric band surgery may greatly improve Type 2 Diabetes, Dyslipidaemia, the amount of hypertensive medication taken, reduce continuous positive airway pressures machines for sleep apnoea, reflux disease, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, stress incontinence episodes, asthma episodes, joint / muscle pain and generally improve the quality of life.
Gastric Bands are also reversible and adjustable. Gastric Band Adjustments are made to suit weight loss requirements and to ensure a realistic, achievable weight loss of 1 or 2 lbs a week.
How A Gastric Band Works
The diagram shows the Gastric Band (Lap Band) in place around the top of the stomach. It is a ‘confining’ device that is placed around the upper part of the stomach during Gastric Band Surgery making the stomach into an 'hour-glass' shape. The new, small, upper stomach pouch is about the size of a golf ball, with the larger part of the stomach sitting below the gastric band. As the new, smaller, upper part of the stomach quickly fills with food, the sensation of being full is achieved sooner and provides the signal to stop eating. Further, the ‘flow’ of the small portion eaten through to the lower part of the stomach is controlled by the Gastric Band, helping you to feel fuller for longer. The drier the texture of food, the slower it will pass through the opening created by the lap band. More about the Gastric Band Diet and Gastric Band Aftercare.
The Gastric Band used during Gastric Band Surgery by The Hospital Group are made by Allergan. Their American lapband website provides further information and some interesting customer Gastric Band / Stomach Band Testimonials.