Question:
Need input on LapBand - RNY conversion.

Has anyone gone from Lap Band to RNY? I had Lap Band 3 years ago and it is a real good thing, but I think I need RNY. I am looking for anyone that has had this done and I am also looking for input on the RNY. What is the 30 - 40 year outlook? Any input will be appreciated!    — Maria B. (posted on June 14, 2005)

June 14, 2005

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June 14, 2005
Maria, there aren't any numbers on what the 30-40 year out look is because they have not been doing RNY for that many years. They have been doing other WLS for close to 30+ years and for those people they have been recommended to have their surgeries converted to RNY or another type of WLS. There are people out there that have had their band converted to RNY but they have to meet certain criteria with the surgeon to do so. You will have to start doing research on the net and start asking your regular doctor what he or she recommends. Or even better see the surgeon that did your band. Good luck.
   — ChristineB

June 15, 2005
Question: If the lapband procedures was such a good thing, what factors are leading you to think you now need the more radical RNY? The more pertinent information you give us, Maria, the more useful our responses can be. Neither procedure has magical powers that will protect us from regaining weight after 12 months. Both procedures buy us time to change our behaviors around food & body image. Perhaps it is this aspect of the process that would be a better investment of your time and resources? Lovingly, Lauralyn LapRNY 2/13/03 @ size 3X, today @ size 8
   — EmbodySuccess