lindach1761 4 Posted September 24, 2016 I've been banded 7 and,1/2 years. I am considering the sleeve. Is that good for long term weight loss or would the bypass be better? Sent from my SM-N920T using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bufflehead 6,358 Posted September 24, 2016 The bypass has somewhat better stats for weight loss, but it also has more complications. On the other hand, even though the bypass has "more" complications, still, overall, it has a very low rate of complications and is a very safe surgery. I know several people who have had it and they are all perfectly happy, healthy, and slim. There are so many facets to this decision -- you definitely want to talk with a bariatric surgeon about your options, and probably more than one. Good luck! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WLSResources/ClothingExch 3,444 Posted September 24, 2016 There's nothing I can say about bypass. I was beginning to think I might be a revision candidate, but, happy to say, my band is still viable; seven years next month. May I ask why you're considering revision? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lindach1761 4 Posted September 24, 2016 My band stopped working Sent from my SM-N920T using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
johnny207 30 Posted September 24, 2016 My band stopped working after 4 years. I have been sleeved for 1 year; and it's the best decision I have ever made...wish I did it sooner! You will not regret it! Sent from my SM-N920V using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
