Lap-Band surgery can help qualified patients lose weight.
Lap-Band surgery may seem like magic for chronically obese people who want to shed pounds quickly, but not everyone qualifies for the procedure.
Lap-Band
Lap-Band surgery involves placing an adjustable band around the stomach through tiny abdominal incisions. The band limits the amount of food the stomach can digest, encouraging weight loss.
Age
According to the Lapband.us, a Lap-Band candidate must be 18 or older, with a five-year history of obesity to become eligible for the surgery.
Weight
Lap-Band candidates must meet a certain body mass index (BMI) requirement before a medical institution will perform the surgery. The requirement may vary from center to center. According to topsurgeons.com, surgery is generally approved on patients exceeding a BMI of 27.
Health Factors
A Lap-Band candidate's obesity must not stem from a medical condition. The candidate cannot habitually abuse alcohol.
Mental Attitude
A Lap-Band candidate must have made sincere attempts to lose weight in the past without significant success, while expressing a sincere commitment to a new lifestyle and diet.
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