Lap-Band Impact on the Function of the Esophagus

Abstract

Abnormal manometric findings are frequently encountered post-LAGB. Increases in LES residual pressure and peristaltic wave duration were the most significant changes. LAGB is not associated with an increase in total esophageal acidification time. Further evaluation of the clinical significance of manometric abnormalities is warranted.

Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass for Failure of Adjustable Gastric Banding: A Review of 85 Cases

“…The band is indeed a cause of esophageal dyskinesia and contribute to reflux in case of inappropriate inflating [22,23]: in our series, 3.5% of the indications of conversion concerned food intolerance, encouraging the patients to "ask for" a bypass. In the study of Van Wageningen et al [14], 11% of the indications of conversion corresponded to food intolerance and vomiting.…”

The Effect of Laparoscopic Adjustable Gastric Bands on Esophageal Motility and the Gastroesophageal Junction: Analysis Using High-Resolution Video Manometry

“…It has been suggested that the LAGB can induce esophageal motility disorders [10], with reports of significant esophageal dilatation [11]. Others have suggested no effect on esophageal motility or the LES [12,13]. Impaired relaxation of the LES without an effect on tone [14,15] has been a finding documented in two studies.…”

Outcomes, Satiety, and Adverse Upper Gastrointestinal Symptoms Following Laparoscopic Adjustable Gastric Banding

“…The expected prevalence and severity of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) following LAGB remains controversial. Reflux has been reported to improve postoperatively [6], with others arguing that the LAGB induces reflux [7].…”