The AP Band

[Marmite_crumpet 0]

So, who's got one and how is it working for you?

It is supposed to be the next generation lap band or, as my surgeon calls it, the "Rolls Royce of bands".

[/url] The LAP-BAND AP™ (Advanced Performance)

So I was wondering about other people fitted with an AP band and how successful they had been with it.

[RestlessMonkey 7]

I have the AP L band. I honestly can't imagine why it would be any less likely (or more likely) to be successful than the band that preceeded it. It just makes healing easier, actually, because the surgeon can place the band that most easily FITS the area. Before, I'd have had a smaller band, and had more issues with restriction etc post op (and more potential to develop slipping and/or erosion) The two sizes just give the surgeon options to fit the right band to the right upper stomach.

[MissBS 3]

Hi. I've got the APS (small - 10cc's). My surgery was on September 19th, 2008. I have had success with my band, but know lots of others who have had success with other bands. I think that the kind/type/size/brand of band you have is not nearly as important as how committed you are to changing your lifestyle and eating habits. If your doctor uses the AP, it makes sense that he likes it and thinks it is the best. I love my band and wish you lots of luck!!! Becky

[owhynot 0]

Hello,

I am three days out from getting banded with the AP band. My surgeon referred to it as the 'standard' band being used now. I never gave any thought to particular brands of bands, just went with what the bariatric center uses.

So far, so good!

[RestlessMonkey 7]

I am so not a doctor! BUT from my nosing around on the internet and quizzing my doc, AP stands for "Advanced Platform" and the S is smaller (holds 10 ccs) and the L is larger (holds 14ccs) Of course, "small" and "large" are relative; 4 cc's is less than a teaspoon, so they aren't THAT much different. Perhaps surgeons refer to the S (for small) as standard....or perhaps the info I read was dated? Either way I know mine is AP L, it (along with the AP S) is the newest Lap band, and it holds 14 cc's

[RestlessMonkey 7]

Yes I remembered it wrong! The AP S IS Standard and it holds 10ccs. Here's an interesting comparison:

Compare Adjustable Gastric Bands - LAP-BAND vs. REALIZE Band

[owhynot 0]

Yes I remembered it wrong! The AP S IS Standard and it holds 10ccs. Here's an interesting comparison:

Compare Adjustable Gastric Bands - LAP-BAND vs. REALIZE Band

Thanks for that interesting link!

Overall they seem to be quite similar, hmmm?

as long as it works, I'll be happy!

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[Marmite_crumpet 0]

Thanks to you all for your input.

I only meant for this to be a light-hearted thread and an excuse to hear some success stories! :thumbup:

I am only a week out of surgery and bored, so please forgive any nonsense I write :confused: