General SurgeryBariatricsGastric Band
Procedure preparations
- Gastric band is a type of bariatric surgery in which the stomach size is reduced by tying its upper part using an inflatable tube that’s made of silicon to form a ring; then, the tube is attached to a port under the skin that the doctor uses to fill up the tube with a saline fluid in order to narrow the distance between the upper stomach-tied part and its lower one. In this case, the upper stomach part gets filled up quickly while eating, and that decreases the food amount that the person consumes; therefore, they lose weight.
- Lap band surgery is done under general anesthesia, mostly by using endoscopic surgery.
- The surgery usually takes 30-60 minutes, and the patient can return home on the same day in most cases.
Procedure preparations
- The surgeon performs a physical exam to evaluate whether they are eligible for the gastric band surgery, in addition to some tests.
- The patient must stop smoking before the procedure.
- The patient must stop taking blood thinners (anticoagulant medications), ibuprofen, and any other medications or herbs that the surgeon mentions two weeks before the procedure.
- The specialist might recommend following a specific diet for a period of time before the procedure.
- The patient mustn’t eat anything for 12 hours before the procedure.
Procedure complications
- Infections.
- Nausea and vomiting.
- Difficulty swallowing.
- GERD.
- Constipation.
- Port problems, such as moving or leaking.
- Obstruction in the outlet between the stomach parts.
- Band slippage.
- Esophageal or pouch dilation.
- Band erosion.
- Not losing weight as it should.
Procedure instructions
- The patient must follow a specific diet for a period of time according to the specialist’s recommendations. It usually starts with having a fluid diet only for a few weeks, then pureed foods, and gradually after that, solid foods.
- You must stick to the medications and supplements prescribed by the surgeon and the regular visits.
- Immediately contact your surgeon when any sudden, odd problem or symptoms emerge.
- A lot of people lose weight within the first year after the surgery.
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Syria _ Damascus _ Al-RawdaFrequently asked questions about Gastric Band
What is Gastric Band?
Gastric Band in Syria: " Gastric band is a type of bariatric surgery in which the stomach size is reduced by tying its upper part using an inflatable tube that’s made of silicon to form a ring; then, the tube is attached to a port under the skin that the doctor uses to fill up the tube with a saline fluid in order to narrow the distance between the upper stomach-tied part and its lower one. In this case, the upper stomach part gets filled...
How do I prepare for Gastric Band?
" The surgeon performs a physical exam to evaluate whether they are eligible for the gastric band surgery, in addition to some tests. The patient must stop smoking before the procedure. The patient must stop taking blood thinners (anticoagulant medications), ibuprofen, and any other medications or herbs that the surgeon mentions two weeks before the procedure. The specialist might recommend following a specific diet...
What are the aftercare instructions for Gastric Band?
" The patient must follow a specific diet for a period of time according to the specialist’s recommendations. It usually starts with having a fluid diet only for a few weeks, then pureed foods, and gradually after that, solid foods. You must stick to the medications and supplements prescribed by the surgeon and the regular visits. Immediately contact your surgeon when any sudden, odd problem or symptoms emerge. A...
Which specialty is Gastric Band related to?
Gastric Band is related to: General Surgery and Bariatrics.
Where can I get Gastric Band in Syria?
You can get Gastric Band at clinics and hospitals in Syria. To find specialists in General Surgery, see suggested doctors on this page or Click here
What are the possible complications of Gastric Band?
" Infections. Nausea and vomiting . Difficulty swallowing . GERD . Constipation . Port problems, such as moving or leaking. Obstruction in the outlet between the stomach parts. Band slippage. Esophageal or pouch dilation. Band erosion. Not losing weight as it should. "
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