I have a friend who is curious about the surgery, but is afraid of keloid problems.

Her whole family it seems has a problem with keloids. Would this be an issue as far as surgery goes? She would have to have open RNY because of her BMI and because there are not many surgeons in our area that do LAP. Waiting lists are incredible. Could someone please help me with this? I would love to see her be able to have this done if she so chooses. She has battled this obesity since her childhood. Thank you to all of you and your support. You are all so wonderful. You've helped me with my decision to have surgery. (5/23/02-open rny)yippee!! Can't wait.

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