Laparoscopic Adjustable Silicone Gastric Banding for Obesity

Please note: All assessments are current as of the review date; however, new evidence that may have been published subsequently is not considered.
Review Date:	October 28, 2009
Recommendation:	It is recommended that the use of LAGB for the treatment of obesity meets CTAF technology assessment criteria 1 through 5 for safety, effectiveness and improvement in health outcomes.
Decision:	Does Meet CTAF Criteria
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History:	February 28, 2007: Laparoscopic Adjustable Gastric Banding for Morbid Obesity

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