Most people who consider Lap-Band surgery have many questions about how it adjusts. The port is part that allows the surgeon to adjust and maintain your weight loss. As simple as this system seems to be, there are many important facts about the Lap-Band that patients need to know.

The Lap-Band port allows the adjustment of the circumference of your band around your stomach by the adding or removing of a small amount of sterile saline solution.

The port is a small device that attaches directly to the Lap-Band. The port is located just under the skin and your doctor can adjust it with a syringe. This makes it quick and simple to make minor adjustments without a surgical procedure.

Port leaks are very uncommon.. You may notice a decreased restriction and a higher appetite if you have a leak. Your Lap-Band Surgeon can easily detect leaks and replace the port if needed and it won’t cause a set back on your weight loss. It is amazing how such a small device can have such a huge impact on weight loss and help so many people live a much improved healthy life style.