I was never asked to consider a sleeve as an option when I had my surgery almost 7 years ago. I did however go on to meet several sleeve patients at one of my support group meetings and we discussed the differences in the surgical option and wondered what differences we might encounter longer term. At the time there weren’t any long-term studies that I knew of to look at nor much published information on outcomes. Now there’s so much more and the procedure seems to have grown enormously in popularity to become the number one procedure worldwide.
I’m very happy with the outcome of my bypass and can discuss in great detail the pros and cons of the bypass compared to the band. Here now is some up to date information about the sleeve for those who are considering it or scheduled for such surgery ….
Stella says
Thank you so much for publishing this, I am down for surgery in a couple of weeks, planning to have the sleeve but was wondering if I was making the best choice! …. I have purchased your books …… Ready for action!
CAROL says
You’re welcome – makes positive and encouraging reading doesn’t it? Good luck with your surgery – keep in touch and let me know how you get on. C x
Dawn says
So glad I’ve found this site. I had gastric sleeve surgery last Monday 5/9 and need ideas. …. Just about to purchase the books.
CAROL says
Glad you’ve found us Dawn and in the early days after surgery. You’ll find much to help and inspire here we hope. I’ll look out for your book order and ensure it’s processed quickly. Keep in touch and ask away about anything that puzzles you. C x
Laverne Williams says
If you have had a kidney transplant can you still have gastric bypass surgery
CAROL says
I have to say I have no idea – I guess it would depend very much upon the patient, their age, medical history and a whole host of other criteria. One for the medics I think. C x