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Pre-Op: 415 lbs

Current: 235 lbs

Kevin's Story

Kevin, Age 23, Male

Weight Lost:

180 lbs.

Pre-Op Comorbidities:

Gastric Reflux

Type II Diabetes

Heart Disease

Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Joint Problems

Kevin's Story

I am 23 years old and was starting to feel the effects of my excess weight. Going to work or doing any physical activity was rapidly becoming a chore. I had severe asthma, sleep apnea, GERD, lower back pain, knee pain in addition to an extensive family history of diabetes and heart disease. After a lot of research I decided to have the LAP-BAND^® procedure and I must say that I am happier now than I have ever been. It has been one year since my surgery and I have lost 180 lbs. I still want to lose another 25 lbs. but I am definitely happy with the results so far. It is an amazing feeling to actually be able to act my age again. I can now run, bike, work out and do just about anything else I want pain free. What is even better is that I am completely off all of my medications. The decision to get the LAP-BAND^® was by far the best one I’ve ever made.

Your results may vary. Click here for important LAP-BAND^® safety information.

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Important LAP-BAND^® System Safety Information

Indications: The LAP-BAND^® System is indicated for weight reduction for patients with obesity, with a Body Mass Index (BMI) of at least 40 kg/m² or a BMI of at least 30 kg/m² with one or more obesity related comorbid conditions.

Contraindications: The LAP-BAND^® System is not recommended for non-adult patients, 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^® 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^® 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 patientâ€™s ability to tolerate a foreign object implanted in the body.

Band slippage, erosion and deflation, reflux, obstruction of the stomach, dilation of the esophagus, 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 esophageal dilation.

Important: For full safety information please visit www.lapband.com, talk with your doctor, or call Allergan Product Support at 1-800-624-4261.

CAUTION: Rx only.