Can a lap band procedure be done if patients already had gastric bypass?

No: If you have had a gastric bypass and are gaining weight, you need to see your bariatric surgeon to see why. There are a number of reasons why this could happen. A lap band should not be done after a gastric bypass.

Yes: Some surgeons do band-over-bypass procedures and report good weight loss results. However, there is an increased risk of complications such as band erosion when placing a gastric band over the gastric pouch. You should first talk with your bariatric surgeon to determine whether there are other options.

Band over bypass: Yes. You can have a band over a bypass. The band is placed on the gastric pouch. It is a relatively easy operation.