Saw this article and thought it was interesting. Most of it was the usual info we see, but some of it was new to me.

"5 Things you Don't Know About Gastric Plication

•Gastric Plication is a new option in the Bariatric surgery segment and there is a very keen interest of self paying weight loss surgery patients to consider this new option. Here are few important facts that might help you in better understanding.•It is now clinically proved that Gastric sleeve Plication is a better option than any other weight loss surgery. Researchers from Brazil conducted a clinical trail on 66 bariatric patients. Initial clinical reports demonstrate satisfactory weight loss up to three years with the lowest early complication rates among all bariatric procedures. No major complications were reported among all the 66 patients. The researchers also found that the greater curvature folds get smaller with time. Please refer the initial research report published in Bariatric Times(link mentioned in the resource box)

•The process in said to be 'Minimally invasive'. Minimally invasive does not indicate being safer and easier. It means that the process is less invasive than the open surgeries. The dangers of opening of sutures and internal bleeding etc though less but are still there.

•It may be a better option for adolescents as Gastric Sleeve Plication surgery doesn't causes mal-absorption of eaten food. Therefore if the operated adolescent is on a balanced diet, nutritional problems might not appear.

•Though Gastric Plication is clinically proved to be a better option, it is always advisable to consult the doctor and find out about the best surgery that suits you. Medical Tourism Corporation advises its patients not to take any decision without consulting the doctors. Gastric Sleeve Plication might not be suitable for you because of the co-morbid conditions you have. The doctor can help you in identifying the surgery according to your health condition.

•This procedure is still in its experimental phase. The long term effects of this procedure are still unknown. The clinical trials and surgeries performed till date however haven't demonstrated any such harmful effects. The benefits in all cases overcome the complications of obesity.

The clinical trail report mentioned in the body was published in Bariatric Times."

I had my surgery march 8 th of this year down 34 lbs just decided to calculate my calorie intake it is between 540-850 a day' date=' I can not eat anymore then this, I am getting all my Protein in tho. So I guess this will be the calories for now, I walk, hoping to start golfing in the next week or 2 this may help increase my calorie intake

Yes I agree eat healthy foods, this was never going to be a fix all, we have to work at it constantly and not let our guard down, one thing I am thankful for I had a sweet tooth before surgery now nothing can pass it up with no regrets,[/quote']

I know this is an old post, just wondering how any of you are doing?