Laparoscopic Band Removal

A surgical procedure performed for gastric band removal is a device used in bariatric surgery to treat obesity. Laparoscopic band removal is a safe and effective solution for those who have experienced complications or dissatisfaction with their gastric band and are seeking to have it removed.

• More than 9 million adolescents (children and teens aged 6 to 19) carry excess weight.
• Children who experience obesity have a 70 percent higher likelihood of enduring it into adulthood.
• Children who grapple with childhood obesity at a young age face a predisposition to obesity and severe obesity in adulthood.
• Environmental factors, such as a lack of physical activity and technological advances have led to a more sedentary lifestyle.
• Today, children affected by obesity are much more likely to develop type 2 diabetes than ever.
• African Americans, Hispanics, and Native Americans have been experiencing the highest rates of increase in childhood obesity. On average, obesity affects 25 percent of children in these ethnic groups.
• The most common sign of discrimination among children affected by obesity is social and societal acceptance. This negative discrimination can lead to poor self-esteem and depression.

Dr. Abdulsalam introduced the (ESG) procedure seven years ago and has performed over 1000 successful surgeries.  Dr. Abdulsalm’s will discharge patients under his care on the same day. They can start a normal lifestyle without any complications. After discharge, the patient does not need to take any vitamins and medications. women can get pregnant at any time.