Sarahbear0429 25 Posted March 9, 2012 My doc went over the stats of all WLS. Though other forms of WLS may cause faster loss, the long term success rates are with the band. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
xavier 153 Posted March 9, 2012 yes i think they are a bit defensive because they had less ability to change their habits and required a more risky surgery... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
twi 40 Posted March 10, 2012 Vitamin abortion from most food is done in either the stomach or the intestine I would prefer not to remove the ability to absorb Vitamins and minerals into my bdy I also like that we can remove or remove fill if we become Ill and need extra food I choose to work harder and safer. Drs do push the other surgerys it cost more less matinees for the dr Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
giveyouthemoon 4 Posted March 12, 2012 And then let's talk about the growing number of RNY patients who, at several years out with a relaxed pouch and weight gain, end up getting a band. None of the procedures are a magic fix, and it still boggles me that there is a weird caste system around bariatric surgery (I've experienced it too). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
