Gastric Band: whats the make?

Since Gastric Bands came around in ___ there have been a large variety of makes and models pushed by makers to surgeons (and physicians) around the world. Depending on where your patient had their band inserted and who the surgeon shook hands with, the model is likely to vary.  

Below are the commonest bands (as listed in the NBSR) and their particular picadilos when it comes to insertion, removal or adjustment.

Allergan AP

LAP-BAND AP Adjustable Gastric Banding System wuth OMNIFORM Design

AMI Gastric Band

360 degree soft balloon

Low pressure system

MID Band

The MIDBAND has an easy to x-ray port made of metal. 

But beware, the small metal attachment on the side of the port can sometimes come off on extraction!

HELIOGAST HAGE

Another adjustable gastric band from France. 

Bioring Gastric Band

From Elemental Healthcare, made from Silicon. 

Used in UK and Europe

MRI compatible

Minimizer Extra

From Bariatric Solutions. Features a 2 sizes in one function: position 1 (31mm), position 2 (26mm) to be decided at time of placement.

The retaining loops on the side also allow stomach to be sutured in place.

Titanium ports 

LAP-BAND

BioEnterics LAP-BAND

Made of silicon and a titanium reservoir port.