Optimizing Gastric Banding Surgery Outcomes in Obese Patients

The negative effects of obesity on quality of life, daily functioning and overall health are well documented. Specifically, obesity is associated with increased morbidity and mortality. Despite this knowledge, the incidence of obesity continues to increase exponentially leading some, generally extreme cases, to seek out laparascopic adjustable gastric banding (LAGB), as a means to control life-long obesity. Although LAGB can be successful, its long-term success is dependent on collaborative, individualized behavioural interventions. This research, a unique collaboration between academics and industry, seeks to develop a multi-factorial assessment/screening tool that may better predict and optimize success of the LAGB procedure.

Faculty Supervisor:

Gareth Jones

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Partner:

Kelowna Band Surgery – Kluftinger Surgical Inc

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Health and Related Sciences & Technology

University:

The University of British Columbia

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