The gastric band surgery is based on placing a silicone prosthesis shaped ring around the upper stomach. In this way the food storage area is greatly reduced, can both receive only a small portion of food. The caliber of the ring can be adjusted thanks to a ball located in the inner portion, that regulates the passage of food inflating and deflating the same with saline. These maneuvers can be performed because a band is connected by a tube to a reserve located beneath the skin. This is a limiting procedure that leaves a very small gastric "reservoir" which allows early satiety, but it does not reduce the desire to eat.
- Technique: Mini-invasive for videolaparoscopía.
- Duration: 1 hour, depending on the condition of the patient.
- Anesthesia: General Anesthesia.
- Hospitalization: 1 a 2 days.
After surgery
The advantages bariatric surgery by video laparoscopy relate to the short hospitalization time and increased postoperative comfort. The discomfort that may occur subsequent handled with pain medications.
After the initial recovery period after the operation, the doctor will tell you to mobilize and walk, which promotes recirculation of fluids in the body. Parallel, will start gradually with fluid intake and semi-solid foods, so that before leaving the hospital the patient may be able to meet your personal needs. It is advisable to avoid trying too hard in the initial period and advised not to drive until after 7 days of operation.
Physical activity can be resumed lightweight way to 10 days depending upon the nature of the activity, and the type of surgery performed.