Anyone know of good resource materials in support of lap band?

My insurance company approved my gastic bypass and I was sched for May 2nd but had to cancel because I got sick. Since then I have been considering the lap band instead, but get this...the insurance denied the banding because they say its long term effectiveness is unproven. I am appealing and believe I can win, but I'm looking for some good research material to present with my appeal. Any ideas?

Definitely post this to the lapband forum. They'll help you right out! Some real experts in fighting their insurance with facts. http://obesityhelp.com/forums/LapBand/posts.html Best of luck!