The primary objective of this study was to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of the LAP-BAND System in a morbidly obese adolescent population, ages 14 to 17 years. The secondary objectives were to assess associated changes from baseline in obesity-related comorbidities as well as psychosocial functioning.
The purpose of this study is to determine whether the LAP-BAND system is safe and effective in morbidly obese adolescents.