Gastric Band Implantation - Results

The implantation of a gastric band is among the most well-established and effective surgical procedures for weight reduction; the success rates lie at around 70-80%. If the operation concludes successfully and subsequent conservative dietary therapy is maintained, you can lose up to 60% of your previous weight. ^1,12 For example, patients report weight loss of up to 9kg (19.8lbs) within the first 30 days after the operation. ²

The reduction in weight is typically accompanied by an improvement in your overall health outlook: lower blood pressure, better cholesterol and blood sugar levels, etc. In addition, patients report a markedly improved physical and psychological state of health.¹²

The application of a gastric band represents a relatively gentle procedure because no incisions need to be made in the stomach. After the removal of the band, the stomach resumes its original state. The diameter of the food passage can be adjusted without a further operation and can thus be adapted to your individual diet plan. ⁵