Banded Procedures for weight reduction
Banded procedures for weight reduction are surgical techniques that involve the placement of a band around a portion of the stomach to limit food intake and promote weight loss. These procedures are designed to create a feeling of fullness with less food, helping individuals with obesity to achieve significant and sustained weight reduction.
One of the most common banded procedures is the Adjustable Gastric Banding (AGB), where a silicone band is placed around the upper part of the stomach to create a small pouch. This restricts the amount of food that can be eaten at one time, leading to reduced calorie intake. The band can be adjusted by inflating or deflating it with saline, allowing for personalized control of the stomach's size and the rate of weight loss.
Banded procedures can also be combined with other weight-loss surgeries, such as the gastric bypass or sleeve gastrectomy, to enhance their effectiveness. The addition of a band can provide further restriction and support long-term weight management.
Banded procedures are typically performed using minimally invasive laparoscopic techniques, which involve small incisions, leading to quicker recovery, less pain, and minimal scarring. These procedures are especially beneficial for individuals who have not achieved desired results with non-surgical weight-loss methods.
