Abstract
Background: Laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding (LAGB) is widely used for the treatment of morbidly obese patients. We prospectively evaluated the effect of LAGB since 1995. Methods: Between March 1995 and August 2003, 232 morbidly obese patients underwent LAGB. The pars flaccida technique was used in the majority of the patients. Data were prospectively collected. Results: The median age was 35 years and 93% were female. Initial median body weight was 129 kg with a median BMI of 46. After 5 years of follow-up, median BMI decreased to 36 and the median body weight decreased to 98 kg. Median excess weight loss was 37% after 1 year, 42% after 3 years and 42% after 5 years of follow-up. Late postoperative complications were pouch dilatation (n = 33), port revision (n = 19), erosion (n = 4) and necrosis (n = 1). Conclusion: LAGB is a safe and successful treatment for patients with morbid obesity. Maximal weight reduction is achieved within 12 months and remains stable up to at least 5 years. These results suggest that LAGB could have a positive outcome on morbid obesity-associated morbidity and overall life expectancy.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 397-402 |
Number of pages | 6 |
Journal | Digestive Surgery |
Volume | 27 |
Issue number | 5 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Nov 2010 |
Keywords
- BMI
- Bariatric surgery
- Excess weight loss
- Follow-up
- Gastric banding
- Laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding
- Obesity