Over 400lbs

[samnyc 5]

I was just wondering if anyone had had success with the sleeve after weighing 400lbs pre-op. I was originally opting for the gastric bypass but my surgeon said my bmi was too high and i am now having the sleeve done. I dont really want to have to have another surgery after the sleeve, so I just want to know if anyone has had success with just the sleeve with a high bmi. thanks

I'm a guy but I was at almost 500lb. I had the surgery last November. I'm at 324 now.

[msrachelwhitmire 0]

I was 331 day of surgery. I am 10 months out and down 96 pounds. I weighed in at 235.8 this morning. The sleeve rocks....I think u will do awesome with the sleeve. Its not been as fast as gastric bypass....but slow and steady!

[Big-J 0]

Surgeon said that the sleeve would take care of the first 100-120 for me with little will power. He said anything above that is up to how well I keep to the program. I think any weight loss tool has the ability to help a 400+ pounder get to a healthy weight. What matters is the execution. It doesn't matter if you are getting RNY or VSG or just counting calories, it is ultimately up to the individual to make the commitment and follow the program in order to lose the weight. I am only one week post op right now but hope to reach my goal weight within 18 months.