lapband vs sleeve

Issues with my esohpoghas dilated have been banded since 1/08 had a endoscopy unbanded since march, surgeon recommends that i have gastric sleeve done and remove the band has anyone had there band removed... not sure what to do want to keep the band

check out the failed band group www.obesityhelp.com/group/failed_lap_bands/discussion/

You beat me to it.

I would go for the sleeve in your situation.  Best wishes to you!

I agree with Kristi...as much as I love my band, I would have to reconsider if I was having esophogeal problems.  The band doesn't work for everyone...and apparently not working for you.  Good luck. 

If you go to the forum for the sleeve you will find a few people that have had both and prefer the sleeve by far .Although i havent had either yet i have be okayed for bariatric surgery with in a few months and am doing my research on both and am leaning toward the sleeve.Its all a preference in life style and health.It sounds like yours is a health issue and would definately get some input from the wonderful real people on here.
Good luck

Shandanni

Please visit the sleeve forum they are very nice and there are lots of ex- bandsters there. I would love to change to a sleeve since my band has been a joke from day one. I think you would be very happy with a sleeve.