The theory behind curing type II diabetes is that as a person loses weight, his/her diabetes will come under control and can potentially be cured. Therefore, it comes as no surprise that studies have linked lap band surgery with helping obese patients cure their type II diabetes. Although the studies have been limited, the results are promising. But the studies also suggest that sustained weight loss – regardless of method is effective in treating type II diabetes.
Lap Band surgery is not without its risks such as ulceration, infection, bleeding, slippage of band, or even erosion into the stomach cavity.
Some insurance companies are known to cover or partially cover the Lap Band surgery procedure. You should consult your primary care physician as well as a licensed bariatric surgeon to discuss the options and your individual risk/benefit profile for the surgery. The bariatric surgeon can also tell you if your insurance will cover the procedure.