DS Considering resleeve or revision to medial... thoughts please
Honestly, I"m not sure it's worth the surgical risks for 35 pounds... but only you can be the judge of that.
If you're having vitamin issues, then you want to get those resolved ideally before any surgery regardless. The lengthening would lead to more absorption and less weight loss...so I would assume your nutritional issues are pretty major to consider that. Focus on getting healthy labs first...weight loss second.
I would also consult with some more experienced revision surgeons on the West coast just to hear their thoughts.... Rabkin and Keshishian come to mind.
Lap-Band June 14, 2001. Dr. Rumbaut, Monterrey, Mexico.
Lap-Band removed after 7 years and converted to Sleeve Gastrectomy on July 7, 2008 by Dr. Roslin. I've had three happy healthy Lap-Band babies.... and one VSG baby. 5 years out from revision to VSG. Gained 55 pounds in past 5 months, now considering DS. :(