Gastric Band vs Gastric Bypass - Surgery Options

The Gastric Band is a very popular procedure.  In a few years, it has become widely known as a weight loss solution for those who cannot achieve the results they are looking for through diet and exercise.

But why is it so more popular than other weight loss options?

Look at the comparison below of a Lap-Band system vs a Gastric Bypass (also known as Roux-en-Y)

This information is reproduced from the Allergan website, manufacturers of the Lap-Band.

Link to Allergan website

Non-Surgical Treatments

The best approach to losing excess bodyweight is to eat sensibly and increase exercise.  This should always be your first weight loss option. However, while millions of overweight people try diet, exercise and even medication, these do not always work and medical studies show that if you are obese,  you are not likely to succeed in long-term weight loss through diet and behaviour changes alone.

• Studies show that obese patients on diets, exercise programs, or weight loss medication can expect to lose approximately 10% of their body weight, but tend to regain two-thirds within one year, and most of the weight within five years
• This 'yo-yo dieting' approach, can make it harder to lose weight in the future
• Seriously overweight patients should therefore consider weight loss surgery when other methods have failed
• Significant long-term weight loss through surgery can improve overall wellness and obesity-related health conditions (diabetes, sleep apnoea, blood pressure to name a few), and greatly improve their life expectancy and quality of life too

Minimally invasive weight loss surgery, such as the LAP-BAND^® System, may be your best option for losing and long-term control of excess weight.