The LAP-BAND® System Overview

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The LAP-BAND® System Advantages at a Glance

Minimal Trauma

• Least invasive surgical option
• No intestinal re-routing
• No cutting or stapling of the stomach wall or bowel
• Small incisions and minimal scarring
• Reduced patient pain, length of hospital stay and recovery period

Fewer Risks and Side Effects

• 10 times less operative and short-term mortality than gastric bypass
• Low risk of nutritional deficiencies associated with gastric bypass
• Reduced risk of hair loss
• No “dumping syndrome” related to dietary intake restrictions

Adjustable

• Allows individualized degree of restriction for ideal rate of weight-loss
• Adjustments performed without additional surgery
• Supports pregnancy by allowing stomach outlet size to be opened to accommodate increased nutritional needs
• Only surgical option designed to help maintain long-term weight loss

Reversible

• Removable at any time
• Stomach and other anatomy are generally restored to their original forms and functions

Effective Long-Term Weight Loss

• More than 300,000 LAP-BAND® System devices placed worldwide
• Standard of care for hundreds of surgeons around the world
• #1 selling adjustable gastric band for weight loss
• •Academic publications with up to 10 years of follow-up

Disclaimer:
As with any surgery, there are specific risks and possiblecomplications associated with the LAP-BAND® System surgery.
Talk to your doctor to determine if you are a candidate for the LAP-BAND® System.