Lap Band: Q&A
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Can you please tell me is there a correct lap band size or a standard FDA approved size?
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FDA Approved Bands!
FDA has approved two major brands for use in the United States. The LAP-BAND System and the REALIZE Band. The LAP-BAND System is an Allergan product, while the REALIZE Band is a Johnson and Johnson product. These bands have been modified various times including length, width, type of buckle used, balloon dimensions, length, width and volume capacity etc.
The gastric bands in use today are: The LAP-BAND AP® System and the The Realize™ Band-C. The former has...
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