Question:
Which WLS is best for people with BMI of 60? I am 200lbs over ideal wt.

   — Susan R. (posted on December 12, 2000)

December 12, 2000
Hi Susan, The Duodenal Switch is often referred by doctors to patients in your weight category. I'd like to invite you to join the <a href="http://www.egroups.com/group/duodenalswitch">Doudenal Switch Mailing list</a> and to read the <a href="http://www.duodenalswitch.com/Procedure/procedure.html">published clinical reports</a> at the <a href="http://www.duodenalswitch.com">Duodenal Switch Website</a>. I had this surgery over a year ago.. You can read my story on <a href="http://www.mywls.com">My Website</a>. Please feel free to email me with any questions.. Take care for now...
   — [Deactivated Member]

December 12, 2000
I had an open RNY on 8/16/00. My beginning weight was 469. I have lost 148 pounds in 15 weeks and I can eat small amounts of absolutely anything.
   — DeeDubbs

December 12, 2000
My daughter had her lap RNY in January. Her BMI was 65 and she needed to lose 250 lbs. She had a completely uncomplicated surgery...operating time one hour...and has lost 170 lbs to date. A key factor is the experience and expertise of the surgeon. Best wishes!
   — Diana T.

December 12, 2000
Hey, I think it all depends on your surgeon preferece as well as your BMI. He would know which surgery is best for you and your body. But your input would also play a part in the decision. It's your body...I think that probably the RNY or DS would be fine. But again, I'm not the surgeon =) Talk to him and discuss your options...Hugs~
   — Marni

August 9, 2001
Adjustable gastric banding is another option for you. There is lots of information about it at www.thebandsters.com and at the support group called Bandsters, which you can join at www.groups.yahoo.com/group/Bandsters/join
   — Shelley G.