GB vs DS

What are your thoughts on the two. I have been trying for the Band for many years, now looking into other more involved... would just like to hear your views.

Thank you

Hi,

The best way to find out is to do the research.  Maybe make two columns and write down the pros and cons of each and then you can make a decision based on your findings.   Yes, getting feedback from others who have had these procedures is a big plus.  The thing is, you have to live with the decision you make.  OH has alot of information on these two procedures.  Plus, there is always google.  Web searching can make your research experience rich and informative.

I believe there are message boards on here for each of these as well.  Just like the MGB here.  I picked this procedure because of its awesome success rate and the revisability and reversability of it.  It took me about a year to make a decision and I would do it a zillion more times.

Thank you,

I have been trying to have the lap band since 2000 but until coming to this site had no idea as to what I was doing. I only knew of 3 procedure, now finding there are a lot more. So, I am  searching and asking questions.

Thanks a bunch,

There are about nine actually.

OK, Thank you

hi there my name is robin a had lap band sugery 2 years ago and i would not recomend it i have had nothing but problems am currently looking for a surgeon to take the band out and have gastric by pass done