Pressing Ahead

Hi to All.. As some of you know, I had the Lapband installed back in Oct of 2003 and now am looking at having the thing removed in favor of the RNY. I have had moderate success with the band (over 100 pounds lost) but am now experiencing soreness and occasionally vomitting. And with this leaky heart valve that seems to be progressing, I feel it might be best to remove this forgien friend from inside me. I hope this is not unheard of and I'm not alone in my endeavour. Don