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Weight loss surgery: RYGB, LAGB, and LSG - 07/2013

Weight loss surgery: RYGB, LAGB, and LSG
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Abstract

This section of the Guide to Your Weight Loss Surgery explains the types of weight loss surgery that are done at University of Washington Medical Center in Seattle: divided proximal roux-y gastric bypass (RYGB), laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding (LAGB), and laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG). It includes the benefits and risks of each type of surgery.

Author
Surgical Specialties Center/Surgical Services
Publisher
University of Washington Medical Center
Date Published (original date)
2010
Revision Date
07/2013
General Subject
About UWMC
Digestive System Disorders
Surgery
Patient Care Procedures & Instructions
Specific Subject/Keyword
Weight Loss
Weight Control
Obesity
Languages
English
Record ID
4163