Lap-band surgery is adjustable gastric banding treatment for morbid obesity. The surgery causes weight loss by reducing the capacity of the stomach resulting in less food intake. The procedure involves implanting an inflatable silicone band into the abdomen. The result is a stomach pouch that controls the amount of food one consumes. The process causes a feeling of fullness for an extended period of time because the stomach pouch is slow to empty. The result is considerable weight loss.
The lap band process involves the following:
1. You will have to attend a seminar or have a meeting with a lap band surgeon and the surgery team. They will provide you with all of the information about the surgery and what is involved before, during, and after the surgery.
2. You will then have a discussion with the surgeon to find out if you are the right candidate for the weight loss surgery.
3. You will them have to check to see if your insurance will cover the surgery. If not, you will have to pay for it out-of pocket. Criteria for coverage will vary from insurance company to insurance company.
4. You will be required to provide the surgery team with the following information: physician referral, patient profile, disclosure consent form, medical records from other health care providers. Physician Recommendation letter, list of weight loss programs you have participated, Insurance card, and driver's license.
5. You will then have to have an appointment for a Psychological Evaluation and Nutrition Assessment.
6. Following the psych evaluation, you will have a one-on-one appointment with the lab band surgeon. The surgeon will arrange for the proper pre-op and post-op diet. A liquid diet is part of the diet program.
7 About one to two weeks before your lap band surgery, you will have your final appointment to learn about what to expect after the procedure.
The lap band process is performed by laparoscopy which is a minimally invasive procedure that allows for a faster recovery time. The band's diameter is adjustable and can be tightened or loosened according to your needs. The band is connected to a pouch placed under the skin t hat is filled with saline solution. The diameter of the band is adjusted by inflating or deflating the saline solution.
After lap band surgery, you will spend a few hours in recovery, and then be sent home for recovery. You will have a program that shows you what foods to eat and in what form and amounts (liquid, soft...etc.) You will see your doctor on a regular basis for health check ups. You may have to have your lap band adjusted.
The consequences of long term obesity can include a host of health problems and even shorten one's life. Lap band surgery is an effective and proven weight loss surgical procedure that will help obese people lose and maintain a healthy weight. Lap band surgery is an effective, minimal pain, and non-invasive weight loss option.
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