To date, more than 120,000 patients have undergone the Lap-Band System procedure worldwide. Although the Lap-band System is the least traumatic and lowest risk surgical option available for weight loss, it is not right for everyone.
The Lap-Band System should be right for you if:
You are between 18 and 65 years old
Your BMI is 40 or higher (calculate BMI) or you weigh twice your ideal weight or 100 pounds more than your ideal weight
OR
Your BMI is between 35 and 40 and you have obesity related health problems such as diabetes, severe sleep apnea, heart disease, bipolar disorder, depression, etc.
You have failed to lose weight (and keep it off) with non-surgical methods
You have been overweight for more than 5 years
You are ready to make major changes in your eating habits and lifestyle
Contraindications
The Lap-Band System is not for you if:
You have any disease or condition that makes you a poor candidate for surgery (any surgery)
You have an inflammatory disease or condition of the gastrointestinal tract including ulcers or esophagitis
Your esophagus, stomach or intestine is not normal
You are between 18 and 65 years old