VSG vs RNY
Follow the links in my signature for some side by side comparisons of the four major weight loss surgeries.
In my opinion if you want restrictive only you should go with the sleeve, if you want the malabsorbtion you should go with the Duodenal Switch.
I worked at a bariatric clinic and would never recommend the RNY. Also had the lapband, and would not recommend that one either.
Be careful of what people say about the DS though, even doctors will lie to you about that one (had it happen to me). Make sure you research the lifestyle you have to lead after the surgery and choose the surgery that fits you... then choose your surgeon. Or, better yet choose a surgeon that does all four surgeries and he/she can help you decide which is best for you.
Good luck!
In my opinion if you want restrictive only you should go with the sleeve, if you want the malabsorbtion you should go with the Duodenal Switch.
I worked at a bariatric clinic and would never recommend the RNY. Also had the lapband, and would not recommend that one either.
Be careful of what people say about the DS though, even doctors will lie to you about that one (had it happen to me). Make sure you research the lifestyle you have to lead after the surgery and choose the surgery that fits you... then choose your surgeon. Or, better yet choose a surgeon that does all four surgeries and he/she can help you decide which is best for you.
Good luck!
Come to the Dark Side!!! Band to DS revision 11/09/09.
Learn about the Duodenal Switch at dsfacts.com ! Off site comparisons of the 4 WLS
http://www.thinnertimes.com/weight-loss-surgery/wls-basics/w eight-loss-surgery-comparison.html
http://www.lapsf.com/weight-loss-surgeries.html
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