Lapband Surgery

A lapband is a patented gastric banding device that helps obese patients eat less and lose weight. Bariatric surgeons place the lapband around a patient's stomach laparoscopically, that is, through a small incision in the abdomen. The lapband is hollow and has a port that allows the the doctor to fill it with saline. When the band is filled to the optimal level, it reduces the capacity of the stomach. Lapband surgery is indicated for patients whose BMI is over 40 and patients who have obesity-related diseases. In the US, the cost of lapband surgery is about $40,000, and £20,000 in the UK. Overseas, bariatric surgeons can perform the operation for much less.

In Mexico and Costa Rica, weight loss surgeons can perform lapband surgery for $7,000-$9,000 or £4,700- £6,200. Many bariatric surgeons in Latin America have studied medicine in the US, Canada, and Europe, and doctors stay current with the latest innovations in obesity surgery. Patients will be treated with care and compassion in a clean and modern hospital. Most doctors and nurses speak English fluently, so patients can communicate their needs directly. Before lapband surgery, the doctor will examine the patient to ensure he is a good candidate for the operation. After lapband surgery, the patient will be kept several days for observation. Doctors in Latin America provide excellent follow-up care, and extending one's stay in Mexico and Costa Rica is very affordable.

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