Laparoscopic adjustable silicone gastric banding: preliminary results of the University of Naples experience.

Authors :: Angrisani L
Lorenzo M
Esposito G
Romano G
Puzziello A
Belfiore A
Santoro T
Roina G
Petito A
Falconi C
Tesauro B
Source :: Obesity surgery [Obes Surg] 1997 Feb; Vol. 7 (1), pp. 19-21.
Publication Year :: 1997
Abstract: Background: Laparoscopic adjustable silicone gastric banding (LASGB) is a minimally invasive surgical procedure indicated for the treatment of patients with morbid obesity.<br />Methods: From January 1996, eight patients successfully underwent the video-laparoscopic procedure.<br />Results: Preoperative body mass index was 44.4 +/- 4.7 (range 37.9-53.3). Mean operative time was 255 +/- 73 minutes (range 150-360). Mean hospital stay was 3 +/- 1 days. Intraoperative complications were absent.<br />Conclusion: Preliminary results have been satisfactory, and encourage us to continue with LASGB.

Subjects :: Adult
Female
Gastroplasty statistics & numerical data
Humans
Italy
Laparoscopy statistics & numerical data
Middle Aged
Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures statistics & numerical data
Weight Loss
Gastroplasty methods
Laparoscopy methods

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