How strong does the staple lines stay over the years? Do they weaken?

I am working on having Lap RNY by the summer. i am already having the post-op patient anxiety and second guessing. I was wondering if anyone has any information concerning possible long term Post Op complications. I know alot about things that can happen right after surgery but nothing about what can happen 10-20 yrs from now. Will the staple lines weaken? What are my chances of having fatal complication 20 yrs from now? Is this truly going to lengthen my life or could it cut it short later? Anyone?

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