Medical articles of Gastric band

03/02/2025
Mr Myutan Kulendran
Consultant Upper GI and Bariatric Surgeon
Weight loss: All about the condition and its treatment
Weight loss occurs when the body burns more calories than it consumes, leading to a reduction in body mass. While intentional weight loss can be beneficial for overall health, unexplained or excessive weight loss may indicate an underlying medical condition. Understanding the causes and treatment options is essential for managing weight effectively and safely.
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06/06/2024
Mr Sanjay Agrawal
Surgeon
Understanding the resection process in gastric sleeve surgery
Gastric sleeve surgery, also known as sleeve gastrectomy, has become a popular and effective weight loss solution for individuals struggling with obesity. This surgical procedure involves the removal of a significant portion of the stomach, resulting in a sleeve-shaped stomach that is approximately the size and shape of a banana. While the overall procedure encompasses several critical steps, Mr Sanjay Agrawal will delve into the specifics of the resection process, highlighting its importance and impact on the surgery’s success.
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31/08/2023
Mr Nagammapudur Balaji
Surgeon
Weight loss surgery from a bariatric perspective
Weight loss surgery can be classed under plastic surgery and bariatric surgery. In this article, we’re looking at bariatric surgery and how weight loss surgery is done by specialists is this area. Mr Nagammapudur Balaji , a leading consultant surgeon in Stoke-on-Trent and Macclesfield, is here to go into expert detail about bariatric weight loss surgery.
16/02/2023
Mr Majid Hashemi
Consultant bariatric & gastrointestinal surgeon
What needs to be considered before bariatric surgery?
There are numerous different types of bariatric surgery that can help patients on their weight-loss journey. In his latest article, renowned consultant bariatric and gastrointestinal surgeon Mr Majid Hashemi explains these surgeries in detail, including the different types available and what you need to consider before one of the procedures.
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31/03/2022
Mr Sanjay Agrawal
Surgeon
Sleeve gastrectomy: all you need to know
In our latest article, mightily experienced and skilled bariatric, laparoscopic, and upper GI surgeon, Mr Sanjay Agrawal, provides us with a detailed and informative insight into what exactly a sleeve gastrectomy is, what the operation entails, and what the main benefits and side effects are.
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02/09/2019
Mr Giovanni D. Tebala
Colorectal, Upper GI & Laparoscopy Surgeon
Dear doctor, there’s something wrong with my gastric band
Gastric bands can be very effective, but on rare occasions, they cause unpleasant symptoms for people and have to be removed. Mr Giovanni Tebala, a consultant colorectal, upper GI and laparoscopic surgeon explains to us what a gastric band removal procedure is like and why people have them.
12/07/2019
Mr Sanjay Agrawal
Surgeon
Visiting the weight loss clinic with Mr Sanjay Agrawal
Have you tried everything to lose weight but nothing seems to be working? The London Obesity Group provide weight loss surgery for suitable patients that have struggled to lose weight. Experienced bariatric surgeon Mr Sanjay Agrawal goes through the different weight loss surgeries on offer at the clinic.
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15/03/2019
Mr Sanjay Agrawal
Surgeon
Common questions answered about gastric band surgery
Why should you consider gastric band surgery, what risks do you need to know about, and what is recovery like? We put patients’ most common questions to leading bariatric surgeon Mr Sanjay Agrawal.
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11/07/2018
Mr Ali Alhamdani
Surgeon
Should patients with GORD get a sleeve gastrectomy?
If a patient with gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD) wants bariatric surgery, there are certain extra risks to consider. Top bariatric surgeon Mr Ali Alhamdani speaks about his views on offering sleeve gastrectomy to these patients.
05/06/2018
Mr Ali Alhamdani
Surgeon
Getting to grips with bariatric surgery
Mr Ali Alhamdani, a leading bariatric surgeon, explains why this surgery is recommended and how the type of procedure is chosen for each patient.