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I am 44 yr old fem, bmi 33, need to lose about 60 lbs. which is safest surgery for someone with less than 100 lbs to lose? sleeve? no high bp or chol

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Dr. Ly Phan answered

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Sleeve: The technique is gaining popularity because it preserve the anatomy of the gastrointestinal tract.

Dr Wright agreed

Answered 6/27/2015

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A member asked:

I am 44 yr old fem, bmi 33, need to lose about 60 lbs. which is safest surgery for someone with less than 100 lbs to lose? sleeve? no high bp or chol

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ly Phan answered

Dr Wright agreed

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