How long does it take to recover from gastric band surgery?
On average, lap band surgery patients return to work in one week and are fully recovered in just two weeks. Hospital stays times often reflect this too – lap band patients with just 1-2 days and bypass/sleeve patients 2-4 days.
How long does it take to get a gastric band on NHS?
After being able to prove that you’ve exhausted all other methods of weight loss, you would have to get a GP referral, then go through a 6-12 month weight loss programme before eventually making it on to a surgeons waiting list. A process which would likely take 18 months at the very least.
What are the side effects of a gastric band?
Bariatric Surgery Risks, Complications and Side Effects
- Acid reflux.
- Anesthesia-related risks.
- Chronic nausea and vomiting.
- Dilation of esophagus.
- Inability to eat certain foods.
- Infection.
- Obstruction of stomach.
- Weight gain or failure to lose weight.
How much weight can you lose with a gastric band?
In general, gastric band surgery patients will lose between 50 and 60 percent of their needed weight loss over a period of two years; some people get better results than those averages.
Can you drink alcohol with a gastric band?
Yes, you can drink alcohol with a gastric band, but in moderation. Remember that alcohol has a high calorific value (7kcal/gram) and passes easily through your band so when you are drinking alcohol your band will not be working for you.
Can you keep a gastric band in forever?
How long does a gastric band last – does it stay in for life? The gastric band is designed to stay in for life and when we implant the band we do not expect to remove it. There are post operative complications that can lead to band removal and these reasons are explained in more detail elsewhere.
Can I drink alcohol with a gastric band?