Adjustable gastric band · Class IIb
MIDBAND™ — Adjustable Gastric Band Manufacturer
A proven and reversible solution
MIDBAND™ is a high-quality implantable medical device designed to provide an effective and customisable solution for the surgical treatment of severe obesity. The procedure is reversible.
The excess weight loss mentioned in the brief is approximately 50 to 61%, according to a prospective multicentre French study, DOI: 10.1007/s11695-011-0508-9.
French manufacturing · ISO 13485 · CE MDR
Key features
Designed to support the procedure
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Medical-grade silicone + titanium implantable port — latex- and phthalate-free
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Low-pressure band, maximum fill volume 7 cc — 12 mm trocar
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Fully radio-opaque for easier radiographic follow-up
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Reversible procedure — no irreversible anatomical modification
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Compatible with ambulatory surgery according to HAS criteria
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Stabilised MIDPORT™ port, widened base, optional suture
Technical information
Specifications and intended use
- Radio-opaque bands
- Flexible, soft and without an external rigid closure system
- Sterile single-use device / do not reuse
- Contains no latex or phthalates
- Class IIb medical device
- Made in France
Contraindications, adverse events, complications and residual risks: consult the notice at www.mid-ifu.com.
Nutritional follow-up after gastric band placement
MID-CARE No. 2 was specifically formulated to support patients following restrictive surgery.
Frequently asked questions
Answers for qualified professionals
Who manufactures the MIDBAND in France?
MIDBAND™ is designed and manufactured in France by MID, based in Dardilly near Lyon, since 1999. MID is ISO 13485 certified.
What is the difference between MIDBAND™ and Lap-Band?
According to the brief, MIDBAND™ combines low-pressure silicone, a maximum 7 cc volume, no external rigid closure system and the MIDPORT™ port.
How is the MIDBAND™ adjusted?
The band is adjusted by the surgeon through the subcutaneous MIDPORT™ implantable port. See the applicable IFU.