How big is a "large band"?

[bayareanan 24]

I had my surgery in the US. The doctor who did the surgery told me he used a Large band. I always thought it was a 14cc band as I thought there were 10's and 14's.

My new doc only uses the 10cc band and thinks this is the large size.

Anyone know?

[dwiley56 5]

I had my surgery in June of this year and have a 14cc band.

[JERSEYGIRL12111 2]

I have the largest one which is 14cc's which is made by Allegran. You might have the Realize band. Don't quote me on this but I think the largest one for that brand is 10cc's.

[Sharon1222 19]

Lap Band Ap Standard 10cc

[Cindy C 150]

It should say somewhere in your discharge papers from the hospital. If you can't find it, call his office and ask.

[oldiebutgoodie2 11]

It should say somewhere in your discharge papers from the hospital. If you can't find it, call his office and ask.

Wow! 150 lbs lost!!! Bet your life is sooo changed! Super congrats!!

[ErinMarie 186]

My realize band is 11 cc... I think that's normal but also as high as they go. I could be totally talking out of my ass tho

[Cindy C 150]

Wow! 150 lbs lost!!! Bet your life is sooo changed! Super congrats!!

Yes it has and thank you!

[AlienBandit 10]

For my doctors office large is the 14cc band. The 10cc lapband ap is the "small (s)" the (L) is 14cc.

[Corrigan 75]

Here is a web site that explaines it pretty definitively. It's on a web site "who's name must

not be spoken", but it is a good explanation. http://www.obesityhe...e-band-faq.html

[JScooney 0]

I was told a large band was used but I do not know the cc specifications as of yet. When I go in for my first fill in late November I am sure the discussion will come up. My doctor told me I would take more fills due to the larger size being used. The two close people to me who had the surgery also did not get the large band. Accordingly, I should expect a couple more fills to get to the right spot with the band. Today is Monday. Had surgery last Thursday: no hunger and have had four Protein shakes a day without any issues. I have drank as much Water as I want, which is not a whole lot. About six cups a day. coffee is fine. I have cut back on the powder Creamer though just to improve my habits. Decaff now with everything. No painkillers necessary. Walking just fine! Forcing myself to heal properly after reading the board.

I hope my adjustment to band life is a little more gradual since the band is big; I am optimistic since my recovery has been so trouble free. I am eating really slow to be safe.

[oldiebutgoodie2 11]

I was told a large band was used but I do not know the cc specifications as of yet. When I go in for my first fill in late November I am sure the discussion will come up. My doctor told me I would take more fills due to the larger size being used. The two close people to me who had the surgery also did not get the large band. Accordingly, I should expect a couple more fills to get to the right spot with the band. Today is Monday. Had surgery last Thursday: no hunger and have had four Protein shakes a day without any issues. I have drank as much Water as I want, which is not a whole lot. About six cups a day. coffee is fine. I have cut back on the powder creamer though just to improve my habits. Decaff now with everything. No painkillers necessary. Walking just fine! Forcing myself to heal properly after reading the board.

I hope my adjustment to band life is a little more gradual since the band is big; I am optimistic since my recovery has been so trouble free. I am eating really slow to be safe.

Super congrats! You are doing great! And no pain meds also means no constipation! :-) Anyway, continued god luck to you! You have a great attitude! Soon you will be also saying stuff like it is the best thing I have ever done for myself; it has changed my life for the good in so many ways, etc etc!!

[oldiebutgoodie2 11]

Here is a web site that explaines it pretty definitively. It's on a web site "who's name must

not be spoken", but it is a good explanation. http://www.obesityhe...e-band-faq.html

I read the article. I didn't realize that all lap bands leak minimally (like a helium baloon), so once reaching goal weight, they still will probably need adjusting once a year! Great info! Thank you!