How many have had their bands for 10 years or more? Just remembered another comment from a doctor. He said that the band worked fine for some people but most people gained their weight back after about 10 years. Since I don't personally know anyone with a band I'm curious about his statement. Fact or misinformation?

Deb

Sorry to ask these questions but that is a lot of money when you are on a limited income and I don't need something that will quit working after a few years and needs to be replaced.

Djbryan51: My cousin had her band surgery in Atlanta around 2000. She recently told me she's fluctuated 20-25lbs from an initial loss of 100lbs and she was comfortable with that. She hasn't gone for any fills in sometime but she she's ready to lose a few more pounds and is scheduled for a fill. So far, she said she hasn't had any problems all these years with the port or band.