Prospective randomized trial of banded versus nonbanded gastric bypass for the super obese: early results

These results suggest that although the initial weight loss was not significantly different between the 2 groups, the banded patients continued to lose weight for ≤3 years. The polypropylene band appeared to be well tolerated. We plan longer follow-up to confirm the possibility of additional weight loss and the prevention of weight regain in the banded group, as well as to document any long-term band complications.