"band" in inglés with examples - Collocation dictionary inglés
- The development of the adjustable gastric band in the mid-1980s was a watershed in the treatment of obesity.
- On one end were two adjustable bands which tightened with bolts and nuts.
- She underwent a weight-loss surgery called "adjustable gastric band" in January 2002 after what she calls "a lifelong battle" with her weight.
- This type of weight loss surgery is losing favor as more doctors begin using the adjustable gastric band.
- The newer adjustable band does not require cutting into the stomach and does not use any staple lines, thus making it a much safer alternative.
- A technique using an adjustable band around the top of the stomach has gained popularity, as it is a simpler and quicker than some other options.
- Restrictive operations (such as adjustable gastric band ) reduce how much food you can eat by making the stomach smaller.
- They have scratchproof lenses and an adjustable band.
- However, an adjustable gastric band may only be used after other methods such as diet and exercise have previously been tried.
- In 1999 Osbourne lost 100 pounds (45 kg) after lap-band surgery (adjustable gastric band).
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