| The low carb high protein diet, usually calorie restricted, is to get you to lose fat from your liver. If your liver is too large at the time of surgery the dr. may not be able to perform the surgery. I have read on the forums of a couple of people that couldn't have it done, because the dr. found their liver was too large. Depending on how large the liver is, they may be able to do the surgery, but you may end up with larger incisions. I have also read that if the liver is on the larger side it is harder for them to stitch the band all of the way around, and so they may be able to place the band for you, but not stitch it in as well as on someone whose liver was smaller. The more fat you can lose off your liver before your surgery, the better for you. The more likely you are to have a succesful result and less complications. A calorie restricted diet that doesn't restrict carbs will not take much fat off the liver, it needs to be a low carb diet. Best of luck to you!
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