Restriction Weight Loss Surgery

Gastric Banding (Lap Band)

In this procedure, a band is placed around the upper section of the stomach, creating a small pouch and narrow passage into the remainder of the stomach. This limits food intake and slows the food passing through your system, resulting in quick weight loss. There is no stapling or altering the intestines. This procedure is relatively very safe, but more effort is required on the part of the participant to maintain a healthy diet and exercise regimen for desired effectiveness.

Vertical Banded Gastroplasty (VBG)

This weight loss surgery is the most commonly used restrictive procedure, and involves both banding and stapling to form the small pouch. Again, the patient must work hard to eat healthy and exercise, or you will regain all the initial weight loss.

The commons risks associated with restrictive weight loss surgery include vomiting due to under-chewed food particles stretching the small stomach pouch, erosion of the bad, and staple line disruption.