Does anyone know anyone who have had complications after surgery or even death?

I am hoping to get surgery. This is my second time going through all the insurance stuff except the first time which was about 3 years ago I got cold feet after completing every thing. I had a few people around me who had had surgery and began to be hospitalized for complications. One lady is still not well even after 3 years and she wasn't that obese when she had the surgery. I did talk with one lady today who had the surgery 3 years ago and she said she has had no problems at all and she is up in age. So I just wanted to get a general consensus of whether anyone knew of any personal cases of complications or death due to the bypass. My bmi is 59 and I am 38 years old. I have no health problems besides achy joints and lower/upper back pain. I believe this surgery is for me because I need the help and my doctor said if I don't do something I won't be able to move in a couple of years. I am too young for that. So if you guys could just answer my question I would appreciate it. And keep me in your prayers as I go on this journey to a better healthier life.

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