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Anyone 5 years or more post-op?

I'm am still in the process of deciding which procedure is right for me and I need help! Is there anyone out there who has had the band for 5 years or more? I am really interested in learning what the long-term effects and results are.

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    Hi there. I had the band for three years before I revised to the sleeve. The only other person I know of who has had the band five years or more is Jack, and he has done very well with it.

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    Hi there. I had the band for three years before I revised to the sleeve. The only other person I know of who has had the band five years or more is Jack, and he has done very well with it.

    If you don't mind telling us, why did you revise to the sleeve? Did you have complications with the band? thanks!

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    I have been banded for 6 years, I was rebanded to a larger band in 2006. I had a slow weight loss, but I have achieved a size I like and have maintained it for 2 years.

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    I have been banded for 6 years, I was rebanded to a larger band in 2006. I had a slow weight loss, but I have achieved a size I like and have maintained it for 2 years.

    What did you revise from and to? Should I be worried that there are so few long-term bandsters?

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