Use it or Lose It!

The phrase "use it or lose it" is one that is usually associated with physical exercise. However, here at University Bariatrics, we have found a new meaning when it comes to patients who have the Lap Band or one of the other banding procedures. We recommend against these procedures because they have a lower rate of success than other procedures, can result in a number of unpleasant complications, and typically require in follow-up operations. At the same time, however, we also acknowledge that a significant minority of patients do respond well to banding procedures. Hence, our "Use it Or Lose It' campaign.

Basically, our goal is to remind patients who are having success with their bands to "use it," i.e., keep on taking the steps that will be necessary for success. These include carefully following all of their doctor's instructions and receiving all of the needed adjustments for their band.  However, for those who are experiencing a marked lack of success of complications, then our advise it to "lose it" and, ideally, replace it with either a sleeve gastrectomy or gastric bypass, depending on which is called for.

The important thing for weight loss patients is to make sure they are taking the steps needed to ensure their long term health. Whether you are interested in obtaining an initial bariatric surgery in Thousand Oaks or would like to discuss whether it's time to "use" or "lose" your banding procedure, we're here to help. For details, check out the video below.

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