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To help you understand how to get the best from your LAP-BAND® System, it’s important to be aware of the different zones1 associated with the LAP-BAND®, as this will assist you in reaching your weight loss. Remember, always listen to your body and maintain regular contact with your bariatric clinic.

There are three different zones: Green, Yellow and Red. Always remember that the Green Zone is the optimal weight loss zone. If you experience symptoms from the Yellow Zone or Red Zone, contact your clinic as your LAP-BAND® may need to be adjusted. The diagram below is designed to help you understand the different zones.

  • Finding the Green Zone
    • Hungry between
      meals
    • Eating large
      portions
    • Not losing weight

    You may need MORE fluid

    You may not have enough fluid

    The Yellow Zone
    • Not hungry
      between meals
    • Good weight loss
    • Portion control
    • Patient satisfaction

    You’re in the Green Zone!

    Right amount of fluid in band

    The Green Zone
    • Poor food choices
    • Regurgitation
    • Discomfort while eating
    • Poor weight loss
    • Night cough

    You may need LESS fluid

    You may have too much fluid

    The Red Zone
  • The Yellow Zone

    Being in this zone you’re likely to experience:

    • Eating big meals
    • Not being satisfied after eating small healthy meals
    • Struggling to lose any weight

    If you experience these symptoms, it’s most likely the result of the LAP-BAND® System being too loose. If this is the case, it’s important to contact your clinic quickly as being in the Yellow Zone can cause weight regain.

  • The Green Zone

    Being in this zone you’re likely to experience:

    • Being satisfied with small meals
    • Early and prolonged satiety
    • No snacking
    • Significant weight loss
    • No vomiting

    This is the optimal zone for weight loss, and the zone where your LAP-BAND® System should be to maintain your weight loss.

  • The Red Zone

    Being in this zone you’re likely to experience:

    • Reflux and heartburn
    • Pain whilst eating
    • Difficulty swallowing
    • Vomiting

    If you experience any of these symptoms, the LAP-BAND® is most likely too tight. It’s important to see your clinic and act quickly. Vomiting may cause pouch dilatation and band slippage, which may then lead to snacking and weight gain. You should not be vomiting after a LAP-BAND® System Procedure.

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Important LAP-BAND® System Safety Information

Indications: The LAP-BAND AP® Systems is indicated for use in weight reduction for severely obese patients with a Body Mass Index (BMI) of at least 35 or a BMI of at least 30 with one or more severe comorbid conditions, or those who are 100 pounds or more over their estimated ideal weight according to the 1983 Metropolitan Life Insurance Tables (use the midpoint for medium frame). It is indicated for use only in severely obese patients 14 years and older who have failed more conservative weight-reduction alternatives, such as supervised diet, exercise and behavior modification programs. Patients who elect to have this surgery must make the commitment to accept significant changes in their eating habits for the rest of their lives. Weight loss associated with the LAP-BAND® System has been shown to improve or lead to remission of type 2 diabetes in patients with BMI greater than or equal to 35.

Contraindications: The LAP-BAND® AP System is not recommended for patients under 14, patients with conditions that may make them poor surgical candidates or increase the risk of poor results (e.g., inflammatory or cardiopulmonary diseases, GI conditions, symptoms or family history of autoimmune disease, cirrhosis), who are unwilling or unable to comply with the required dietary restrictions, who have alcohol or drug addictions, or who currently are or may be pregnant.

Warnings: The LAP-BAND® AP System is a long-term implant. Explant and replacement surgery may be required. Patients who become pregnant or severely ill, or who require more extensive nutrition may require deflation of their bands. Anti-inflammatory agents, such as aspirin, should be used with caution and may contribute to an increased risk of band erosion.

Adverse Events: Placement of the LAP-BAND® AP System is major surgery and, as with any surgery, death can occur. Possible complications include the risks associated with the medications and methods used during surgery, the risks associated with any surgical procedure, and the patient’s ability to tolerate a foreign object implanted in the body. Band slippage, erosion and deflation, reflux, obstruction of the stomach, dilatation of the oesophagus, infection, or nausea and vomiting may occur. Reoperation may be required. Rapid weight loss may result in complications that may require additional surgery. Deflation of the band may alleviate excessively rapid weight loss or oesophageal dilatation.

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References:
1. ©Australian Centre for Obesity Research and Education, Monash University, Melbourne, Australia AU/0127/2014

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