Has anyone had any experience at all with this surgery?

Thanks!

don't know anything about the surgery but love your Nick Name *smile*

got to love the "DEAD"!

jeffm

A very close friend of mine had this procedure done and went from 300+ pounds to 130 pounds. She looks great and has had no problems that is until she found out she was pregnant. Her body doesn't retain the nutrients that it needs and she has been taking vitamins. Now there is problems with the baby not getting enough nutrition and isn't growing properly. The local drs don't understand the procedure and what is happening to her body so she has to consult with her surgeon long distance. I would make sure if you have this done you are sure you are done having children.

so what is the cost of a surgery like this?

jeffm

If you have it done in the US it can cost around 30-$45,000. To have it done say in Brazil cost around $3,000. Spain around $6,000. It varies. And then you have to ask yourself how badly you want the surgery and if you are willing to risk your health by having it done overseas where they are lax on saftey and standards.

I too have looked into WLS for an answer to my dilemma. I am 600+ pounds, 5'4", 45 years old, and have been fat my entire life. The duodenal switch surgery seems to be the answer for me. Yes you will have to take vitamins and calcium supplements for the rest of your life. This inconvenience more than compensates for the quality of life you will be regaining. My problem is getting the insurance company to pay for it, I surely can't afford it myself.


[This message has been edited by UnlivedPast (edited 11-03-2002).]