Had my surgery june 5, had some complications post op with concern of a "leak", had to have second procedure and nothing by mouth for 10 days, with TPN IV fluids to hydrate and feed me, repeated CT scans and multiple swallow scans. No leak detected after second surgery, but adheared to the standard of care post op per my surgeon. I am down 30 pounds now and am very pleased. Would I go through it all again? You betcha! I feel terrific and my co-workers are calling me "skinny" and I feel beautiful again...