One type of weight-loss surgery is called laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding (LAGB). Bariatric surgery is another name for weight-loss surgery. Small incisions are made in the upper abdomen during the laparoscopic procedure. The upper portion of the stomach is wrapped with an adjustable band by the surgeon. This produces a little pouch in the stomach. Because of the small stomach pouch, you can consume less food and still feel satisfied. You will shed pounds by doing this.
It is possible to adjust the band. By changing the fluid in a balloon surrounding the band, this is accomplished. This is accomplished via a port inserted beneath your abdominal skin. The band that encircles your stomach is connected to the port via a tube.
| Country | Cost | Local_currency |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | USD 10470 - 13500 | 8271 - 10665 |
| Turkey | USD 3250 - 6000 | 97955 - 180840 |
| Spain | USD 5000 - 10000 | 4600 - 9200 |
| United States | USD 10000 - 30000 | 10000 - 30000 |
| Singapore | USD 13000 | 17420 |
“Gastric band surgery” is a reversible and adjustable bariatric technique. It involves placing a silicone band, known as the Lap-Band, around your stomach. This band reduces your stomach's capacity and slows the passage of food, helping to retrain you to eat less.
It is a minimally invasive surgery performed using a laparoscope. This procedure involves placing a weight loss band, known as a “lap band” or “laparoscopic adjustable gastric band” (LAGB), around the stomach. The band restricts the passage of food from the stomach to the intestine, aiding in weight loss.
It functions through an inflating tube made of soft silicone that is adjustable and forms a ring around the upper part of the stomach that powers the gastric band. This inflatable ring has a port surgically inserted under the skin attached to it. By injecting saline fluid through this port, the surgeon can adjust the tightness of the band. Due to the upper stomach pouch filling up more quickly, this change narrows the outlet between the upper and lower stomach portions, causing a quicker feeling of fullness after eating.
To qualify for Lap-Band surgery, your healthcare provider may consider the following criteria:
A body mass index (BMI) of 40 or higher: The BMI uses the height-to-weight ratio to evaluate body fat. A BMI of 40 or higher indicates a higher risk of obesity-related diseases.
A BMI of 35 with at least one obesity-related disease: A BMI of 35 without a related disease is classified as class II obesity. However, a related medical condition qualifies as clinically severe or class III obesity.
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Mumbai, India
Types of Lap Gastric Banding in Wockhardt Hospital, Umrao and its associated cost
| Treatment Option | Approximate Cost Range (USD) | Approximate Cost Range (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| Lap Gastric Banding (Overall) | 7094 - 9172 | 580142 - 746033 |
| Adjustable Gastric Banding (AGB) | 4557 - 8157 | 374711 - 663573 |
| Realize Band | 46589 - 8645 | 3847428 - 710480 |

Chennai, India
Types of Lap Gastric Banding in Apollo Hospital and its associated cost
| Treatment Option | Approximate Cost Range (USD) | Approximate Cost Range (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| Lap Gastric Banding (Overall) | 7728 - 10061 | 659983 - 813711 |
| Adjustable Gastric Banding (AGB) | 5049 - 8829 | 411335 - 741552 |
| Realize Band | 52895 - 9678 | 4293191 - 788374 |

Kolkata, India
Types of Lap Gastric Banding in Apollo Multispecialty Hospitals and its associated cost
| Treatment Option | Approximate Cost Range (USD) | Approximate Cost Range (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| Lap Gastric Banding (Overall) | 7819 - 10142 | 636512 - 840980 |
| Adjustable Gastric Banding (AGB) | 5136 - 9006 | 413789 - 743905 |
| Realize Band | 50732 - 9702 | 4272599 - 787844 |

Bangalore, India
Types of Lap Gastric Banding in BGS Gleneagles Global Hospitals and its associated cost
| Treatment Option | Approximate Cost Range (USD) | Approximate Cost Range (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| Lap Gastric Banding (Overall) | 7870 - 10307 | 655118 - 846275 |
| Adjustable Gastric Banding (AGB) | 5164 - 9048 | 411888 - 724651 |
| Realize Band | 52640 - 9503 | 4188995 - 800867 |
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Lap gastric banding in India is a popular surgical procedure for weight loss in patients suffering from co-morbid obesity. It is one of the least invasive and safest weight loss surgery.

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