Do you have to quit smoking to have the lap band surgery? If so, why?

My mom had gastric bypass, and she had to quit smoking. She is having a knee replacement done this month,but doesnt have to quit. Im thinking about having the lap band done, but there is nothing on the webiste stating I have to quit. I have no problem doin this, b/c I believe it is for a good cause..but I am curious to why you have to quit for this surgery but not others.

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2 Responses to Do you have to quit smoking to have the lap band surgery? If so, why?

  1. lacrosselover says:

    It depends on the surgeon and the type of anesthesia being given. smoking robs the body of oxygen, therefore, during recovery it may affect breathing if given a general anes. and healing.

  2. needy says:

    smoking deprives the body of 02….therefore recovery time is more…good luck on the surgery….

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