Gastric Banding Surgery
In this era of constant technological innovation and
improvisation, medical science has evolved a highly effective means to rapid
weight loss – the gastric banding surgery. While there are several other weight
loss surgery options besides this as well, gastric banding is amongst the most
popular of such procedures in counties like the US, Mexico and so on.
Gastric Banding Surgery is primarily a Restrictive surgical
procedure. This means that weight loss here is achieved by restricting the
amount of food that the stomach can comfortably hold, thereby reducing the
calorie intake of the obese patient. The exact procedure is such that a
constricting band, usually made of silicone rubber is placed and tightened
around the upper portion of the stomach, thus creating a small pouch where food
is held. Since the stomach size is then ‘reduced’, a person feels full and
satisfied with much lesser quantities of food. This eventually leads to weight
reduction in large, significant amounts. Of all weight loss surgery options,
this is considered to be the safest and least expensive, which naturally
explains why it is more popular than other Restrictive, Malabsorptive or
Restrictive-Malabsorptive procedures.
Usually gastric banding surgery or any other surgical weight
reduction procedure is recommended for those individuals who are unable to shed
weight using conventional techniques and need to lose weight due to other
health complications. Those having a body mass index (BMI) or more than 40
are advised and approved for such an operation. It is most important to realize
that such measures should be adopted for strictly medical purposes and not
cosmetic purposes or general weight loss. Despite being relatively safe, there
is always a risk of complications and infection, though good bariatric surgeons
ensure that this is not the case.
In terms of expenditure, gastric banding surgery can cost
anywhere between $15,000 and $30,000.
The final bill shall also depend upon what nature of medical follow-up
one signs up for, and what additional treatments like excess skin removal or
body firming one may or may not want to opt for. Other than the expenses, it is
also necessary that one understand that such surgery implies a permanent
lifestyle and life change that cannot be reversed with ease. Before going in
for such surgery, one must consult a well-reputed bariatric surgeon at length
to ensure that it is a viable option for them, and what all consequences it
will or will not entail. Bottom line is – make an informed decision, for health
is undoubtedly equivalent to wealth.
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