Surgery of Obesity
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Gastric Balloon
The BIB® System is a non-surgical, non-pharmaceutical aid in the treatment of obesity. In conjunction with a supervised diet and right behavior modification program, it can help you achieve the health and aesthetic benefits associated with weight loss.
Sleeve Gastrectomy
The sleeve gastrectomy is an operation in which the left side of the stomach is surgically removed. This results in a new stomach which is roughly the size and shape of a banana. ......
Gastric By Pass
Gastric bypass surgery is one type of procedure that can be used to cause significant weight loss if the patient is very obese. The surgery reduces the body's calorie intake. Calorie reduction is accomplished in two ways.....Obesity Surgery History
Bariatric surgery has continually evolved since its initial sporadic and tentative introduction in the 1950's. The first bariatric procedure to be preceded by animal studies and subsequently presented to a recognized surgical society and published in a peer reviewed journal was that of Kremen and associates in 1954.....
LAP BAND - Adjustable Gastric Banding
The LAP-BAND® System is an adjustable gastric band designed to help you lose excess body weight, improve weight-related health conditions and enhance quality of life. It reduces the stomach capacity and restricts the amount of food that can be consumed at one time. ....