Does anyone had to change their band after a certain time ? I've just read that the life duration of the band may be 3 years because of complications :

'' One caution with LAGB is the uncertainty about whether the low complication rate extends past three years, given a possibility of increased band-related complications (e.g., erosion, slippage) requiring re-operation. ''

Read on : http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adjustable_gastric_band

"that the life duration of the band may be 3 years because of complications"

It doesn't say that at all. It says the low complication rate may or may not extend beyond 3 years which can be said of most any surgery.

tmf

And remember Wikipedia is not the most reliable source. Anyone can put stuff on there. Although it is popular it is not a proper encyclopaedia.

elcee took the words right out of my mouth!

Does anyone had to change their band after a certain time ? I've just read that the life duration of the band may be 3 years because of complications :

'' One caution with LAGB is the uncertainty about whether the low complication rate extends past three years, given a possibility of increased band-related complications (e.g., erosion, slippage) requiring re-operation. ''

Read on : http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adjustable_gastric_band

My dr told me the lapband can and should last a life time as long as I treat it with the respect it demands. So I do.