Question:
Can someone who's had VBG give me some info?

I just got insurance approval to go ahead with my lap VBG but I haven't been able to find a good shopping list for myself. (Everything is guided toward the RNY) Also, any info on what kind of pre op testing I may have to expect? VBG patients are kind of hard to come by and I'd appreciate any info someone could provide. Thanks    — Amy E. (posted on July 25, 2001)

July 25, 2001
I had my VBG in 1984 and do not remember any testing being done other than pre-op bloodwork and respiratory eval (I have asthma). I am now preparing for a revision to RNY. If you click on "Library" at the top right of the page it will take you to an unsurmountable number of questions and answers. I just recently found it myself. Good Luck
   — Donna M.

July 25, 2001
Basically, the list is the same except for rny you need to avoid sugar. But since you are trying to lose the weight making the same no sugar, low fat choices will help you speed your loss. Essentially, you start out on the same liquids, clears, purees, etc.but eventually you can have sugar if you want but you wont lose as quickly. more sugar = more calories.
   — Kathy831

July 25, 2001
Amy - There are a LOT of VBG'ers out there - if you'll go to http://groups.yahoo.com/group/vbg and join the list, you'll find over 400 of us and you will find a wealth of (accurate) info and support and very successful VBG'ers!!
   — Cathy J.