Lapband was my choice because it is far less invasive and I don't want to lose hundreds of pounds. Also with the lapband you have less of a chance of regaining because it is adjustable even though you can still gain even if you are eating smaller portions but eating the wrong foods like high fat and high calorie. I have had a weight problem all of my life and now I have hypothyriod and high blood pressure that is affecting my kidneys so I see this as a tool to help for the rest of my life. I have been to a local support group and everyone says that they would do it again. I have been in the process for over a year with wll the nutritionist counseling ect. So hopefulley next month at this time I will have my date and insurance approval.