Alobariatrics

What is The Difference between a Gastric Band and a Gastric Balloon?

What is The Difference between a Gastric Band and a Gastric Balloon?

Innovation in weight loss surgery has led to the development of procedures like a gastric balloon and the gastric band (also known as Lap Band). Both options are effective and allow patients to reverse the procedure. However, these are two very different procedures. Understanding the differences can help patients make informed decisions about their weight […]

What Signs and Symptoms Indicate Lap Band Slippage?

What Signs and Symptoms Indicate Lap Band Slippage?

If you are one of the many people who have had a lap band surgery, then you may be wondering what are the signs and symptoms of lap band slippage? Unfortunately, there is no one answer to this question since everyone’s body reacts differently to the surgery. However, there are some general guidelines that can […]

Band Over Bypass: Can You Have Lap Band Surgery After Gastric Bypass?

Getting Lap Band After Gastric Bypass

Gastric bypass surgery is one of the most common bariatric procedures used to help patients lose a large amount of weight in a relatively short period of time. However, not all patients get the same results, and some may be disappointed in how much weight they actually lose. For this reason, some surgeons have provided […]