RNY vs LAPBAND
It all depends on you. Your surgeon can help you make the choice. depending on your personal health issue's . blood pressure, diabetic ? etc...
But there are a lot of options out there, Just an F.Y.I It's ok to Dr shop .. Your not only picking the Right Surgery - But the right Dr and Plan that goes with it all. make sure you pick the Dr your most comfortable with .. Because this is a long term commitment. and bedside manner can make a big differance. You also want to look at their aftercare .. Some surgeons you only see for surgery and then never again. Others make it a point to follow up with their pts ..
GinaU aka Jeanna
RNY revised to Extended RNY 5/2008
Total loss 181 and counting
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weight loss, co-morbidities, general health. There are also differences in the surgery's perfomed, which will depend on your activity level, and length of recovery. I have a checklist that may answer some questions, or there are also some great resources on the OH website regarding the different surgery's which might help clarify for you. If I can answer any clinical questions, please do not hesitate to call or PM.
Lori G., BS, RN-C, CBN
Certified Bariatric Nurse & Service Line Coordinator
Certified Obesity Help Support Group Leader
Bariatric Clinical Educator for Paradise Valley Hospital
602-923-5612 [email protected]
RNYGB 8/2003 (maintained 170# weight loss)
You are smokin!!! Woooooo Hooooooooooo and High Fives on the 10 pounds!!!!
Weigh 2 go!!!
Rny 2/11/03-> ERny 12/26/07-> Duodenal Switch 5/12/2010
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A big part of the decision for me was that I'm diabetic, and have only one kidney. My kidney function was starting to slide, and my PCP told my that a lot of diabetic RNY'ers are able to significantly decrease or stop their diabetic meds. With the amount of weight I needed to lose as well as the possibility of stoping the diabetes, I decided to go with the RNY. Since my surgery, I've been able to stop my insulin and almost all of my diabetic meds. THe only one left is 1/4 of a Glipizide pill twice a day. With Ha1c results of 4.7 that I got back yesterday, my doc may have me stop that one as well.
You also have to figure in the risk of more post-surgery complications wit the RNY such as leaks, strictures, twisted bowels, etc. vs the more rapid initial weight loss and possible diabetic benefits.
In the end it's your decison - and I wish you the best of luck whichever path you choose!