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Role of laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding in the treatment of obesity and related disorders

General Surgery, West Midlands Rotation, Heart of England NHS Foundation Trust, Birmingham, UK, singhal_rishi{at}rediffmail.com

Paul Super

Upper GI Unit and Minimally Invasive Unit, Heart of England NHS Foundation Trust, Birmingham, UK

Bariatric surgery is increasing in popularity as an approach to the treatment of obesity, with a consequent benefit on co-morbid conditions. Laparoscopic gastric banding, as discussed herein, is a relatively safe, simple procedure in comparison with Roux-en-Y gastric bypass. The former technique offers comparable weight loss, but with some compromise on resolution of metabolic co-morbidities. The advantage, mainly relating to patient safety, makes laparosopic gastric banding an effective option for any obese individual in whom weight loss surgery is indicated.

Key Words: bariatric surgery • laparoscopic gastric bypass • obesity • type 2 diabetes

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The British Journal of Diabetes & Vascular Disease, Vol. 9, No. 3, 131-133 (2009)
DOI: 10.1177/1474651409105846


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