Esophageal Dysmotility and Dilatation After Laparoscopic Gastric Banding

Esophageal Dysmotility Disorders Following Laparoscopic Gastric Banding - An Underestimated Complication.

The purpose of this study is to determine whether esophageal dysmotility and dilatation is an important complication in the long term follow-up following laparoscopic gastric banding for morbid obesity.

Using a yearly barium swallow the diameter of the esophagus will be monitored over the period.

Inclusion Criteria:

• BMI more than 40

Exclusion Criteria:

• BMI below 40