Hi,

I am in the process of trying to get approved for surgery. I had the first appointment with my surgeon and now I still need to meet with the nutrionists, and do other lab tests.

My first choice is the lap band, but he wants me to think about gastric bypass also. I have been researching both procedures extensively and I hoping some of you may be able to give me some details on your experience with the lap band. How much have you lost, pro's and cons??

I really appreciate any advice you can give me!

Thanks!:laugh:

I haven't been banded that long but I can tell you from the small amount of restriction I have that I feel it was the perfect choice for me, and I started with a VERY high BMI. Good luck choosing which surgery you want; they both have their pros and their cons.

I selected the gastric banding procedure for the following reasons:

1. Reversible

2. No cutting and replumming of stomach

3. No Nutrition absorption issues

4. Slower weight loss

5. Quicker recovery

6. More control of weight loss

7. Lower risk with this procedure than gastric by-pass (But all surgeies carry risk)

I have lost 30 pounds... 10 pre-op and 20 post op. I like the band thus far.