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Bariatric (or weight loss) surgery has been performed for many
years. Unlike the gastric bypass and adjustable gastric banding
(LAP-BAND or Realize Band), a number of operations were performed
with only short-term success or significant complications. Some
examples of these operations include VBG (vertical banded
gastroplasty) and nonadjustable gastric bands.
The surgeons at St. Francis Hospital perform revisions, either open
or laparoscopically, on individuals who are having complications
from their previous weight loss surgery. Indications for revisions
are:
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Persistent
vomiting
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Persistent
nausea
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Pain
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