Single Site (Single Incision) Gastric Banding

Advances in surgical instrumentation and techniques have enabled placement of a Gastric Band (either

the LapBand^TM or Realize Band^TM) in many patients through a small single incision, instead of the more

traditional four to six incisions.  This single incision can sometimes be placed within the umbilicus or

"belly button," where it will be very well hidden. 

Candidates for this operation should be assured that the result with regards to function of the

banding procedure is exactly the same as for those undergoing a more conventional laparoscopic

Gastric Banding.  The main differences are that there is virtually no scarring from the surgery, and there may be less

pain and a lower risk of wound infections.

Medcast of Dr. de la Torre on Single Site Gastric Band

                                                                       Gastric Band patients immediately post operation.