Adjustable Gastric Banding This type of weight loss surgery is considered restrictive surgery because a surgeon places an inflatable band into the patient's stomach. The band separates the stomach into two sections: the bigger lower portion and a smaller upper pouch. The two sections are connected by a small channel that slows down the release of the upper pouch's contents. Those who opt for adjustable gastric banding surgery will feel full after eating 1/2 cup to 1 cup of food. The patient's appetite will be restricted due to the reduced food intake. It is important that the patient chooses soft food and make sure that food is chewed thoroughly so that it is easily digested.
Vagal Blockage (VBloc) The implantation of this type of device around the vagus nerve can help a person lose weight successfully. The device, which resembles a pacemaker, sends electrical signals to the vagus nerve telling it that the stomach is full. The vagus nerve's role in the body is that it sends messages to the brain when the stomach is satisfied. It tells the body to stop eating. This procedure is minimally invasive and is usually performed in an outpatient setting and can take about a 1 to a 1.5 hour to complete.
Gastric Balloon Insertion This procedure involves the insertion of an intragastric balloon in the stomach. A deflated balloon travels from the patient's mouth to their abdomen. Once the balloon is in the correct position, the doctor fills the balloon with a saline solution. The saline solution gives the patient a feeling of fullness and as a result, they are not hungry. This type of surgery is not recommended for those with have liver failure or bowel diseases. The balloon usually stays in the stomach for about 6 months.
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