The vital health benefits of gastric bands have been acknowledged north of the border as the NHS in Scotland has announced plans to offer more bariatric surgery.
According to a new report, obesity currently costs the Scottish NHS £457mn a year – but that figure could hit £3bn by 2030, when 40% of the population would be classed as obese, if the problem is left unchecked.
The news is recognition of the life-changing impact that gastric band surgery can have and major health benefits of the 45-minute procedure.
Obesity surgery experts at Why Go Abroad have carried out hundreds of the procedures and seen first-hand the affects they can have.
“We have had patients lose up to 15 stone with a gastric band, and the great thing is that they can be adjusted to suit each person,” said a spokesman.
“They can help prevent a range of conditions and gastric bands can dramatically improve your quality of life. The more people that are able to have them the better for the overall health of the UK.”
Gastric band procedures are available from Why Go Abroad from just £5,450 and GMC-certified surgeons will advise you every step of the way – from a free initial consultation, throughout the procedure and during your aftercare.
Dietary advice, examples of before and after pictures from gastric band procedures and a range of other information is available at Why Go Abroad.
