(Lu.) A calabash gourd idiophone strung on the outside with beads. Sometimes called shekere.

Adjustable Gastric Band. A device placed laparoscopically around the upper stomach. It can be tightened or loosened in the office, depending on weight loss.

Adjustable Gastric Banding. This is the generic term for the banding process.

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