Abstract
Background: Laparoscopic adjustable silicone gastric banding (LASGB) is a minimally invasive surgical procedure indicated for the treatment of patients with morbid obesity. Methods: From January 1996, eight patients successfully underwent the video-laparoscopic procedure. Results: Preoperative body mass index was 44.4 ± 4.7 (range 37.9-53.3). Mean operative time was 255 ± 73 minutes (range 150-360). Mean hospital stay was 3 ± 1 days. Intraoperative complications were absent. Conclusion: Preliminary results have been satisfactory, and encourage us to continue with LASGB.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 19-21 |
Number of pages | 3 |
Journal | Obesity Surgery |
Volume | 7 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1997 |
Keywords
- Gastric banding
- Obesity
- Videolaparoscopy
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Surgery