Has anyone had this procedure ?

I just had my surgeon consult and was told this would be the technique used.

I haven't heard of it. Interested to see what other answers you get.

My surgeon explained it is where they fold the stomach and suture along with the band. Sort of a band sleeve combo, but reversible. He stated they have been doing in in Australia for yrs with great success. He said it greatly reduces the possibility of band complications, such as slippage. I will be part of a study group and am anxious to get feed back of anyone who has had it.

Had the procedure a year ago this past August. It was never called "i-band" to me, just lap band with plication. I've had zero complications and am very glad I chose to have it done.

Good luck!!

Has anyone had this procedure ?

I just had my surgeon consult and was told this would be the technique used.

called iplication or implication

i had it in june and never looked back

100% recommend to anyone

Thank you all for the feedback as I had never heard of it. I feel comforted knowing you all are doing well. I have no idea why he referred to it as Iband, after researching I've seen a few websites that also refer to the name, but band with plication makes more sense. Either way with his enthusiasm and credentials, he had me sold !!

Thanks again !

Had iband done on 6/12/2012...down 55 pounds. No complications whatsoever! I highly recommend it.

I was banded with plication(Iband) on July 31st and lost 25lbs

Hello,

I was banded 9/7 and my surgeon did the plication also. He explained that it helps contour your stomach and assists the band to help with weightloss.

Starting weight 232, Current weight 218