Help! LapBand or Gastric Sleeve?

[tprivett 0]

Hello! I am new to the site..I have just attended the info session explaining the different types of bariatric surgery. I am torn between the LapBand and the Sleeve. I have friends who have done both. All are very happy with their results. Any guidance for me?? :confused:

Thanks!

[Becca29 0]

Well let me start off by congratulating you on making the decision to do something about your weight. I am still preop and am due to have surgery soon. I have done an emense amount of research on both of these surgeries. I have decided to go with the lapband for so many reasons. Now, this is strictly my opinion so here goes. My Dr. reserves Gastric sleeve for super obese patients, which I am not. Gastric Sleeve is a fairly new procedure and a lot is not known about long term effects. I dont not have a tremendous amount of weight to lose so the band seems perfect for me. The surgery is done laproscopicall y and is the least invasive and least dangerous and easiest recovery of all the procedures. It is the only reversible procedure. It is adjustable to suit your needs. No cutting or removing of part of the stomach. These are all the reasons I decided to go with the band. I know that the band does have issues but all these pros for me make my decision easy. Best of luck to you and I hope you find out what the best surgery is for you~:thumbup: