Hi I am new to this site been lurking around for a moment. I had the lab band in for 9 years, I never did reach my goal weight, and never could get adjusted correctly. So with a bmi of 30, high bp, and diabetic, I am having the band removed and plication done on the 8 of August . My doctor did not tell me to go on any pre-op diet yet and my weight. Is 198lbs. I am a little nervous because most have the sleeve.