Lap Band Removal - Reversal Gastric Bypass - ASMBS 2008

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LAP-BAND surgery has advantages over the Vertical Banded Gastroplasty (VBG). Adjustable lap bands require no cutting or stapling of the stomach. The outlet size of the band can be adjusted by injection saline into the band to loosen or tighten the band. In addition, the band is more easily reversible with restoration of normal stomach anatomy after band removal. There are some disadvantages of the LAP-BAND including: Risk of band slippage around the stomach to an abnormal position, the risk of the band eroding into the stomach, port or tubing problems, mechanical malfunction of the band, and it does not limit intake of high calorie liquids or sweets. All of the disadvantages are known to occur in 10-22% of patients, and many require another operation to correct the condition. The LAP-BAND ® is not a permanent device and will require replacement or removal at some point in the future.
Dr. Champion has written numerous surgical textbook chapters and actively publishes articles on advanced videoscopic surgical techniques he has developed or refined. He lectures and teaches extensively in the United States, Europe and Asia. His areas of interest include Bariatric Surgery ( Laparoscopic Vertical Banded Gastroplasty, Lap-Band or Roux-e-ny Gastric Bypass) and Gastric pacing for weight loss. Dr. J.K. Champion's practice is based in Atlanta, Georgia. Please visit http://www.drchampion.com/ for more information on weight loss of to schedule a consultation.

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• reverssal
• laparoscopic
• vertical banded gastroplasty
• roux-e-ny
• dr champion
• atlanta
• georgia
• LAP-BAND

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