At first I was hell-bent on getting the lap band. I knew that I wanted weight loss surgery and the reason for getting the band for one, is that it is reversible. But after a discussion with the surgeon, Im starting to lean towards getting the VSG done. All for different reasons. Anyone on here who had previously bee banded and now have the sleeve? Or any views, concerns, knowlege, or insight abt the sleeve with personal or secondary experience? Thanks!!

I was seriously considering the sleeve, but I just wasn't comfortable with having 80% of my stomach removed. My doctor explained both procedures and for me personally, I just felt more comfortable with LapBand.

Ultimately, it's your decision. I see that you are young. Weight loss for you at this age is going to be much easier than if you are over 40. I'm 51 with a couple of different metabolic issues which makes it hard for me to lose weight, yet it's coming off with the band. What I LOVE about the band is that it is reversible and adjustable. I don't know where you live, but you should get another opinion.

If you step over to the forums at VerticalSleeveTalk.com, the sister site to this one, you'll find a LOT of former lapband people who have since had it revised to the sleeve instead. They're a very friendly bunch who are full of very helpful information.

Dave