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  • Title: Outcome of 232 morbidly obese patients treated with laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding between 1995-2003.
    Author: Polat F, Poyck PP, Dickhoff C, Gouma DJ, Hesp WL.
    Journal: Dig Surg; 2010; 27(5):397-402. PubMed ID: 20938184.
    Abstract:
    BACKGROUND: Laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding (LAGB) is widely used for the treatment of morbidly obese patients. We prospectively evaluated the effect of LAGB since 1995. METHODS: Between March 1995 and August 2003, 232 morbidly obese patients underwent LAGB. The pars flaccida technique was used in the majority of the patients. Data were prospectively collected. RESULTS: The median age was 35 years and 93% were female. Initial median body weight was 129 kg with a median BMI of 46. After 5 years of follow-up, median BMI decreased to 36 and the median body weight decreased to 98 kg. Median excess weight loss was 37% after 1 year, 42% after 3 years and 42% after 5 years of follow-up. Late postoperative complications were pouch dilatation (n = 33), port revision (n = 19), erosion (n = 4) and necrosis (n = 1). CONCLUSION: LAGB is a safe and successful treatment for patients with morbid obesity. Maximal weight reduction is achieved within 12 months and remains stable up to at least 5 years. These results suggest that LAGB could have a positive outcome on morbid obesity-associated morbidity and overall life expectancy.
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