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N. San Dimas Ave. 200
San Dimas, CA 91773
35 min. from Downtown, Los Angeles. |
1-800-585-7557
Office Hours: M-F 10am-6pm
Saturday and Sunday by appointment only. |
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Obesity |
Obesity is a national epidemic in America - almost 1000 people die from obesity related problems every day
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Americans spend as more the $117 billion yearly in products related to being overweight and/or obese. Obesity is the fastest growing health problem in the United States resulting in more that 100 million adults in the U.S. (two-thirds of the adult population) suffering from this disease (according the Center for Disease Control and Prevention). Eleven million of the people in this group suffer from severe obesity.
Obesity, defined as the excess of body fat or adipose tissue in relation to lean body mass, can be calculated by determining the Body Mass Index (BMI). Measuring the BMI is one method of determining health risks due to obesity or carrying too much weight. BMI can be calculated by the weight in pounds multiplied by 704.5 and divided by height in inches squared.
The American Obesity Association says that obese individuals have a 50 to 100 percent increased risk of death when compared to non overweight individuals. Obesity is the Second Leading Cause of preventable death in the United States.
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Minimally Invasive Approach
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During the procedure, surgeons usually use laparoscopic techniques
(using small incisions and long-shafted instruments),
to implant an inflatable silicone band into the patient's abdomen. Like a wristwatch, the band is fastened around the upper stomach to create a new,
tiny stomach pouch that limits and controls the amount of food you eat.
It also creates a small outlet that slows the emptying process into the stomach and the intestines. As a result,
patients experience an earlier sensation of fullness and are satisfied with smaller amounts of food.
In turn, this results in weight loss.
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Least Traumatic Procedure
Since there is no cutting, stapling or stomach re-routing involved in the LAP-BAND System procedure, it is considered the least traumatic of all weight loss surgeries.
The laparoscopic approach to the surgery also offers the advantages of reduced post-operative pain, shortened hospital stay and quicker recovery. If for any reason the LAP-BAND System needs to be removed, the stomach generally returns to its original form.
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Adjustable Treatment
The LAP-BAND System is also the only adjustable weight loss surgery. The diameter of the band is adjustable for a customized weight-loss rate. Your individual needs can change as you lose weight. For example, pregnant patients can expand their band to accommodate a growing fetus, while patients who aren't experiencing significant weight loss can have their bands tightened.
To modify the size of the band, its inner surface can be inflated or deflated with a saline solution. The band is connected by tubing to an access port, which is placed well below the skin during surgery. After the operation, the surgeon can control the amount of saline in the band by entering the port with a fine needle through the skin.
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TYPES OF ANESTHESIA
In our Surgical Center compare to number of other surgical center we prefer General Anesthesia, in which case
you'll sleep through the entire operation .
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* The Information Presented On This Website Is Intended To Be Used For Informational Use Only; It Is Not Intended To Be A Substitute For Professional Advice. If You Are Planning On Having A Procedure Performed Or If There Is Anything You Don't Understand Or Have Questions About Your Procedure, Time, Price Variation Due Patient Comorbidity, Blood Work, Additional Cost for General Anesthesia, Post Surgery Recovery, Combination Of The Different Procedures. Please Consult Our Physician Who Will Be Happy During Your Free Consultation To Go Over In Details With All Your Questions. |
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