Well, I've been doing so much research..going on forums and blogs..It seems to be that more people are having complications with the band than bypass. For instance, band slippage and erosion have been the most comman complaints of the band. I really dont want to go through lap band and then eventually have to turn to gastri bypass surgery.. i know gastric bypass has side effect as well such as leaks bowels obstructions ..i just dont know what to do . I have a consultation on wednesday..opinions are welcomed!