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I too had my band in 2003.. It slipped in 2005 and I had it repositioned.. It has never worked since then. I had it filled and unfilled because too tight (reflux) but no restriction of food..NONE!!! I currently have no fill and have been since 12/08.. Not sure what my next move is, looking at the sleeve, would like to wait and see long term on that .. Anyone switched from band to sleeve and are 5 years out? Is it even 5 years old?
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I just joined you guys today.. I have been having my band since feb 2003..It used to work great but since it slipped and I had it repositioned, it has not worked since.. That was about 3 years ago. I'm thinking about removing it or adding vertical sleeve. I have gained back 30 lbs. of my 60lb lost..very frustrated about the money down the drain. I thought this would be lifetime fix!!