DOES AN OPEN RNY POSE LESS RISK THAN A LAP RNY?

I have been weighing the option of a LAP RNY or OPEN RNY. I originally thought it would be better and safer if I had the LAP RNY because I thought it would mean faster healing time and less noticeable scars. I have read a few profiles where it was mentioned that a some were against the LAP procedure because there is a greater risk of complications like a knick in a bowel, etc and a greater margin for error. On the other hand I also read that it is easier for the surgeon to see with the LAP because everything is magnified. So what are your comments/thoughts/personal experiences? Please respond if you had either. Negative or positive--either way please respond.

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