Hi,

I am new to the forum and have many questions! I am currently deciding between the sleeve and the lapband and leading towards the sleeve. I was hoping I could get some input from you all!

For anyone who has the sleeve for a long time (5+ years), could you speak to some of the pros and cons that you've had with it? Any complications? Would you do it again given the choice? I am also trying to get an idea of what the portions look like with the sleeve. Are you able to eat significant amounts or are you really limited by the size of your stomach? How is your hunger with the sleeve, do you find that you truly are satisfied after eating a small amount or are you looking for more? I would really love any input. I ultimately have about 50 pounds to lose if that helps. Thank you!

deciding between the sleeve and the lapband

EnergyTank

I am biased because i have the sleeve

i have happily been in "sleeveland" for 2+ years

i have heard that the lapband is becoming extinct

my dr and many other docs don't/won't even perform the lapband

there is a thread called band to gastric sleeve revision

what does that tell you??

many people have had problems with their lapband

erosion with the lapband et al

lapband had to be removed

then people usually/frequently will get the sleeve

me/many/most sleevers here never had any complications

there can ALWAYS be complications with any surgery

but.....i think 99.999999% of people (like me) had no major issues post surgery

i can see you are a smart cookie, and will hopefully make the correct decision to have the sleeve

good luck guy

kathy

DOS

12/15/11

235 lbs

5'3

57 years OLD

present

130 lbs

GOAL

still 5'3

60 years YOUNG

Edited March 15, 201412 yr by proudgrammy

I think you posted this same question yesterday. Please see the sleeve research forum as it summarizes and gives links to a number of 5+ year studies. I did a great deal of research before deciding on the sleeve and believe it is the optimal choice right now given the outcomes and my personal circumstances. You should consult with your doctor on what is best for YOU.