Abstract
Gastric banding is one of the so-called restrictive procedures in bariatric surgery. The aim is to limit the size of the stomach to a small pouch, which is created by tightening the gastric band (Figs. 2.1 and 2.2).
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Bariatric Surgery |
Subtitle of host publication | Technical Variations and Complications |
Publisher | Springer Berlin Heidelberg |
Pages | 11-51 |
Number of pages | 41 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9783642162459 |
ISBN (Print) | 9783642162442 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 1 Jan 2012 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Medicine