Is there more risk in being put under anesthesia during LAP?

Being "under" for Lap vs Open... Hi: First, I want to THANK everyone who reponded privately about my earlier question regarding my $30,000 limit, and wondering what to do if my secondary didn't kick in... I WAS APPROVED by my secondary Yipee. No worries. Anyway, I have another question. With WLS for open I'm told I'd be under for approx 1 1/2 hours. WIth LAP I'm told I'd be under about 5 hours. Anyone know if the extra 4 hours will hold that much more risk for complications??? Thanks agian for everyones help.

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