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Lately, there's been more and more in the news about the success of the LAP-BANDŽ System.

Study: Gastric band works better than 500-calorie diet
by Nanci Hellmich / USA Today
May 2, 2006

Adjustable gastric banding is much more effective long-term than a very low-calorie diet for people who are about 50 pounds overweight, a study shows. Medical guidelines support this surgical procedure -- which puts a band around the top of stomach to create a feeling of fullness -- in patients who are extremely obese, about 100 or more pounds over a healthy weight, or those who are almost as overweight and have serious medical conditions, such as type 2 diabetes.

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Losing weight leads to a better night sleep

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Living with the LAP-BANDŽ

by Joseph E. Chebli, M.D., Mary Ellen Sabatella RD, WLS Lifestyles
Spring 2004

Living with the LAP-BAND presents unique lifestyle adjustments and challenges. We will provide an overview of the dietary guidelines, role of exercise, adjustment schedule and potential complications.

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