Compare LAP-BAND®® and Realize™ Band

alex · 06-22-2009, 01:16 PM

Why more patients and physicians choose the LAP-BAND® AP^® System for adjustable gastric banding surgery.

There are many reasons to choose the LAP-BAND® AP^® System.

View the chart below to see why the LAP-BAND® AP^® System is the #1 selling adjustable gastric banding system.

Over a Decade of Experience

First, the LAP-BAND®^® System is the #1 selling gastric banding system and is based on the experience and feedback of thousands of LAP-BAND®^® System patients, surgeons and health care professionals.¹ Allergan, the maker of the LAP-BAND® AP^® System, has unique expertise in silicone medical devices and over a decade of experience in adjustable gastric banding. The LAP-BAND® AP^® System's proprietary OMNIFORM™ design represents the latest generation in the gastric banding system. The latest research and design are at work together to deliver advanced performance with the LAP-BAND® AP^® System. It is designed for customization and comfort with two sizes, as well as having the thickest balloon shell available to minimize risk of balloon failure.
Proven Results

Secondly, the LAP-BAND®^® System has been proven to result in steady, healthy weight loss. In a recent ongoing US study, patients with the latest generation LAP-BAND® AP^® System lost over 34% of their excess weight in the first 24 weeks, and over 49% of their excess weight in the first 48 weeks.^*,2,3 In another international study reviewing long-term results of multiple studies over a 5-year period, LAP-BAND®^® System patients lost 55% of their excess weight.^**,4
My LAP-BAND®^® Journey Online Support Program

And you're not alone in your weight loss journey. You'll also have great support from your surgeon and our My LAP-BAND®^® Journey online support program. Every LAP-BAND® AP^® System surgeon is trained to provide you with comprehensive care, information and support. Additionally, many surgeons and office staff participate in our unique LAP-BAND® TOTAL CARE™ program, aimed at sharing best practices for optimal patient care. My LAP-BAND®^® Journey offers patients comprehensive pre- and post-operative tools for practical and emotional support from day one.
Ask Your Surgeon

Choosing the LAP-BAND® AP^® System puts you in excellent hands and provides support along every step of your personal journey. Be sure to ask your surgeon and practice staff their personal experience with the LAP-BAND®^® AP System. Often times, staff members have had the LAP-BAND®^® System—they can also help answer your questions.

Tested and Trusted

The LAP-BAND® AP^® System is the #1 selling adjustable gastric banding system for all these reasons:

Feature	The LAP-BAND®^® System	REALIZE™ Band
History of Use in the U.S.	FDA approved since 2001 Third-generation device LAP-BAND® AP^® System FDA approved in 2006 Continuous technological advancements 8 years of US experience and safety record	FDA approved since 2007 Second-generation device REALIZE™ Band-C FDA approved in 2008
Patient Use	Distributed to over 450,000 people worldwide as of January 2009¹	Distributed to approximately 100,000 people worldwide as of September 2008⁵
Inflation Coverage	LAP-BAND® AP^® System 360^o OMNIFORM™ technology with precurved sections for: secure placement customized restriction for the fit you can rely on Available in 2 sizes to suit your anatomy***	REALIZE™ C-Band No precurved individual sections Available in 1 size****
Inflation Area Design	LAP-BAND® AP^® System Soft individual precurved sections: incorporates years of experience and input from surgeons band does not crease at placement precurved sections are designed to minimize leaks due to creases or folds Thickest shell available (.043 inch average), which reduces the risk of balloon fatigue and failure	REALIZE™ C-Band One long tube-shaped silicone balloon: band creases can occur at placement creases can be associated with leaks on the inner side of the balloon^6,7 .022 inch average shell thickness
Access Ports	Port is available in two sizes to address individual patient needs	Only available in 1 size

*Sample size for study participants at 24 weeks is 162 for APS and APL; sample size for study participants at 48 weeks is 29 (APS and APL)
**Sample size for study participants with 55% EWL at 5 years is 640.
***The LAP-BAND®^® System family of products consists of 5 bands. LAP-BAND®^® Access Port I and II are not shown at actual scale.
****The Realize™ family of products consists fo 2 bands. Realize™ Band-C port is not shown at actual size.

LAP-BAND®^® System References

Data on file, Allergan, Inc. January, 2009, Irvine, CA
Data on file, Allergan, Inc. September 2008
The LAP-BAND®^® System [directions for use]. Irvine, CA; Allergan, Inc; June 2007
O'Brien PE, et al. Systematic Review of Medium-Term Weight Loss after Bariatric Operations. Obesity Surgery. 2006; 16(8): 1032-1040.
FDA approves Realize adjustable gastric band for morbid obesity. Ethicon Endo-Surgery, Inc., press release. Available at: http://www.ethiconendo.com/dtcf/pages/press_room_4.htm. Accessed on September 23, 2008
Mittermair RP, Weiss HG, et al. Band Leakage after Laparoscopical Adjustable Gastric Banding. Obesity Surgery 2003; 13:913-917
Reijnen M, Naus JH, et al. Mechanical Evaluation of a Ruptured Swedish Adjustable Gastric Band. Obesity Surgery 2004; 14:253-255.