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Can you smoke with a gastric band?
Published by Bupa's health information team, September 2008.
This factsheet is for people who are planning to have a gastric band operation, or who would like information about it.
A gastric band...
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Can you get lap band after gastric bypass?
Not sure I have many friends who are doing both. I see many people gaining hte weight back. I had a Gastric bypass in 04 and lost about 100 lbs this year it is returnig I want to do it .My surgeon...
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What is a gastric band used for?
A gastric band is used as a weight loss device. It is surgically implanted and constricts the stomach so the wearer feels full after eating less food. It is recommended for people who desperately...
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What is the benefit of getting a gastric band?
The benefit of receiving a gastric band is that it is adjustable and removable. There is no need for the stomach to be cut or stapled during the insertion procedure.
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What famous people have had the gastric band?
Celebrities who have had LAP-BAND® surgery include :
Sharon Osbourne (TV personality, music manager/promoter, wife of Ozzy Osbourne) Ann Wilson (lead singer of the rock band Heart) Khaliah Ali...