VBG w/ sleeve?

Can anyone tell me what that is? I have no idea! I have had the VBG done in March 2004. It was very successful for me. BUT you have to do your part. As you know, you can still consume high caloric intake. Ice cream, candy, chocolate, etc.... Thanks for the info! tara

tj, vbg w/sleeve is pretty much a VBG... with a twist. In this procedure, 1/2 the stomach is removed, sorta like the DS, but without the actual intestinal bypass. Your stomach is reduced to about 8 oz. To further help restriction, a mesh band is place around the remaining stomach, much like an "hourglass" shape. You're able to hold about 6-8 oz, but can only eat about 2 oz at a time. I really hope I explained that well, lol. I've been post op for about 2 1/2 years. I started out 310#, I'm now 177. Couldn't be happier. I've been blessed complication free! Dr. Elariny in Vienna, Va performed my surgery. He's great!!!