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What are the possible risks and side effects associated with lap band surgery?
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The disadvantages of Lap Band Surgery include slower and lesser extent of the weight loss, frequent visits to doctor’s surgery needed for band adjustments. The other disadvantages include small risk of band slippages and erosions, requiring revisional surgery, which may include band removal.
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