Differences between the MiniMizer Ring
and an adjustable Gastric Band
MiniMizer Ring

- Fitted during a (mini) gastric bypass, gastric sleeve or revision surgery
- Not adjustable; no adaptation (inflation) required
- Positioned loosely around the stomach
- 4 mm wide ring
- Very few complications
Adjustable Gastric Band

- Fitted around the intact (i.e. unoperated) stomach
- Can be adjusted by inflating the band with saline via an injection port
- Fits tightly around the stomach
- 15 mm wide band
- More possible complications

