Guest guest Posted April 22, 2001 Report Share Posted April 22, 2001 I have reached the point where I realize that surgery is my only option for losing a humungous amount of weight. In looking over the information on the internet on the surgical options, the DS seems like the most logical choice. There may be a problem, though, and I thought I'd get some reaction from some of you. The doctor who I have worked with for the past three or four years handles his cases medically and is also involved in doing clinical trials. He has suggested surgery as my only remaining option. However, he suggested a Roux-en-Y as it seems that he is fond of the idea of dumping as a biofeedback mechanism. He also voiced concerns about long-term weight loss, especially for someone over 60 (like his pill pushing really works!). He also worries that liver problems have not been ruled out as a side effect. Does anyone have any ideas about any of this? I'd appreciate your feedback. I'd also like to hear about your feedback on the open vs. laparoscopic procedure. I'm in S. California. Where is the laparoscopic DS surgery available nearby? Murray Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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