I was under the assumption that the band does not really ever have to be removed. Under what circumstances would someone have their band removed?

Mine was removed after 14 months due to the fact it was not an effective weightloss method for me and also I developed acid reflux issues and a possible hiatal hernia. Don't know the actual stats though, sorry, Nancy.

Mine was removed after 14 months due to the fact it was not an effective weightloss method for me and also I developed acid reflux issues and a possible hiatal hernia. Don't know the actual stats though, sorry, Nancy.

Hi i was just wondering because this is one of my main concerns. SInce you got it removed did all side effects go away? Also did you gain more weight that you originally started with?

Thanks,

Kerin

I'm getting my band removed within the next month or so. My Doc believes my band may have eroded, I will dins out next Monday with and EGD. Also, I've been wanting it out for quite awhile. My band has been nothing but problems.

Also, if you've had a slip your band could be removed.

Really, if you have any sort of adverse effect from your band you can have it removed.

Best Wishes to you.

Michelle, what led your doc to think your band might have eroded? Did you have it removed?

It seems like every day I'm seeing more and more people posting on various sites they are having their bands removed or revising to another wls. I had my band removed 4/10/12. One of the best decisions I ever made. There is a good Facebook page... Failed lap-band page. It's really resourceful and active. Check it out

@Evy, Thank you for suggesting that group!