Lap band surgery is the least invasive procedure for weight loss surgery, yielding the fastest recovery time.

Abdominal surgery covers a wide range of procedures, from bariatric surgeries to hernia repairs and cancer resections. Recovery time and hospital stay depend on the type of surgery performed, with some requiring only a few days in the hospital, while others may need extended stays for observation and healing.

The intragastric balloon is the first of the endoscopic techniques which have the potential to be important means of achieving weight loss without the need for surgery. This is the only endoscopic technique which currently we offer at CBS. But the field of endoscopic techniques for weight loss is a rapidly developing one and further techniques could be available in the not-too-distant future. The intragastric balloon is a day procedure. You are very lightly anaesthetised during the procedure as it can be... +More

Semaglutide is a weight-loss medication that mimics a hormone regulating appetite and food intake. In the UK, it is marketed under the brand names Ozempic (for diabetes) and Wegovy (for obesity). It is prescribed to individuals struggling with weight management, often in conjunction with diet and exercise.

A mass in the stomach refers to an abnormal growth or lump, which could be benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous). It may present with symptoms such as pain, bloating, or unexplained weight loss. Diagnostic tests like imaging or a biopsy are essential for determining the nature of the mass and whether surgical removal or further treatment is required.