Me too. The article was just an advertisement for iVital. :)
They've had a series of press releases like this. Apparently they offer a service to help you pick the right WLS for you and they have support groups for after you've had it.
So don't make a mistake -- use iVital! Oh, and did you know that Texas has become a "hub" for WLS?
Here's an excerpt if it helps you:
iVital Offers Expert Advice on "Must Ask Questions" Before Deciding on Lap-Band® Gastric Banding Procedure-- Hundreds of Thousands with 30 or More Pounds to Lose Choose Lap-Band® for Permanent Weight Loss and to Ease Weight-Related Symptoms Including Diabetes, High Blood Pressure, High Cholesterol, Infertility, Fatigue, Breathlessness, Low Self-Esteem, Orthopedic Problems, Sleep Apnea--