Wow...that's great, I am due to have my surgery June 2013, I am so nerveous, I'm reading everything I google and some. I'm 227 lbs, and stand 5'3 and sometimes I wonder am I making the right choice (should I have the band instead). I know because of my weight I have developed health issues such as gout, PE, shortness of breath, and I do take blood pressure pills. I am receiveing lots of support from my husband and child (who is 24 yrs old). So reading your outcomes give me comfort.