Does older age matter for lap band surgury?

[Bajagal1 2]

Hello I am a new member and I am 58 years old. Is there a higher risk of complications with older patients?

[DELETE THIS ACCOUNT! 12,703]

The complication risk is based more on your overall health than it is of your age. Someone who is 60 can be in far better overall health than someone 30, hence the 60 year old would have a lessened risk.

I would talk to your doctor and wherever possible, remove any risks within your power, like smoking.

Best wishes.

[dylanmiles23 2,198]

You're not too old. I was almost 62 when I had the band. My health has done a total turn around for the better. Wish I knew about the band many years ago. Go to support groups and you will see people over 60 there. I feel I will live longer now.

[Sharpie 3,306]

You are young.... I turned 66 in Dec. and had my band surgery on Jan 15... My Dr. says he would rather have older patients because "they get it" .. they have a better success rate because of some maturity and the desire to change their health... I have not felt this good in many years.. I have tons of energy.. am working out daily, riding my horse again and enjoying shopping with my granddaughters... you won't be sorry.. my health has also improved greatly..off of diabetic meds. cholesterol getting better and blood pressure improved... plus I get to shop for new clothes..

[dawalsh 919]

Let's see I was 64 when I was banded and I thought with all my health issues at the time that I wouldn't be a candidate for surgery. Well, I was wrong and my PCP felt it was medically necessary and I've never felt better. I'm off diabetic meds , my blood pressure is down and I'm able to walk more than I used to. I'm disabled but losing the weight has helped me tremendously.

[CHEZNOEL 4,061]

I got my band at 63! No problems and I love it!

[LeeB1946 261]

66 and doing great.

[mominoc 11]

Hi,

I Had My Lapband Surgery In 2011 AT age 56. I've Lost 130 Lbs. My Longterm.Chronic.Asthma Is Gone. HBPressure Is Gone. My Allergies Are Gone.

I Can Do Many More Active Things. I Take Yoga. I CanKeep Up Better With My Kids (Older Mom).

Only Thong Is Akin Doeant Snap Back As Well As When Younger, But Not Too Bad. When I Am All Done 30 More Pounds, I Will Have A Tummy Tuck And Breast Lift. It Is So Much Better After Banding. Now, I Have A Chance. I Have A Life. Like So Many Others Wish I Had Courage To Do It Years Before.

Thanks.

[mominoc 11]

Sorry For Typos!

[mominoc 11]

Like To Add: I've Had No Complications.