gastric band: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
lowmedical, formal
Quick answer
What does “gastric band” mean?
A silicone device surgically placed around the upper stomach to restrict food intake for weight loss.
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Pronunciation
Definition
Meaning and Definition
A silicone device surgically placed around the upper stomach to restrict food intake for weight loss.
A reversible, adjustable bariatric surgery procedure that creates a small gastric pouch by encircling the stomach with an inflatable band, promoting satiety and controlled weight reduction.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
No significant lexical or semantic differences; the term is used identically in medical contexts.
Connotations
Neutral medical term in both varieties; occasionally perceived as a less invasive weight-loss option compared to other surgeries.
Frequency
Equally common in UK and US medical discourse; brand names like 'Lap-Band' are also frequent in marketing.
Grammar
How to Use “gastric band” in a Sentence
undergo + gastric band surgeryhave + a gastric band fittedadjust + the gastric bandVocabulary
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Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Rare, except in healthcare industry reports or medical device marketing.
Academic
Common in medical journals, health sciences, and clinical studies on obesity treatment.
Everyday
Used in discussions about weight-loss options, often with non-experts simplifying to 'stomach band'.
Technical
Standard term in surgical manuals, bariatric guidelines, and patient consultations.
Vocabulary
Synonyms of “gastric band”
Vocabulary
Antonyms of “gastric band”
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “gastric band”
- Misspelling as 'gasteric band' or 'gastrick band'.
- Using 'gastric band' to refer to any bariatric surgery, not just the banding procedure.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
No, it is reversible and can be removed surgically if necessary.
A gastric band only restricts stomach size, while a gastric bypass also reroutes the digestive tract.
Risks include band slippage, erosion, infection, and issues related to the port used for adjustments.
Yes, the band is adjustable via a saline-filled port under the skin, allowing for tightening or loosening.
A silicone device surgically placed around the upper stomach to restrict food intake for weight loss.
Gastric band is usually medical, formal in register.
Gastric band: in British English it is pronounced /ˈɡæstrɪk bænd/, and in American English it is pronounced /ˈɡæstrɪk bænd/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Imagine a tight band around the top of your stomach, like a belt that limits how much you can eat.
Conceptual Metaphor
A CONSTRICTING RING FOR THE STOMACH, akin to a adjustable belt or tourniquet.
Practice
Quiz
What is the primary function of a gastric band?