yorkiemomof3

HI, Thanks for replying - it is a proceedure to "cure" hiatal hernia and 95% of the proceedures cure ruflux - I have had GERD sine I was 16 and I am 46 now. Mine has been getting worse now I am aspirating the acid into my lungs so something has to be done. I have been told by several surgeons that the lap band will do the same thing for me and it being adjustable may be easier than the nissen proceedure - where my stomach would be wrapped around my esophagus creating a tight band - but no fills - you just get the tightness and cannot burp or vomit again. I am now being schedule for a esophageal motility study - did you have to have that done before your surgery - the surgeon at Vanderbilt told me I have to have this done no matter which surgery I choose. Right now am definately leaning toward the band. Beth

HI Everyone, I am from Huntsville but am considering having the lap band at Vanderbilt. this is my first post. I have had GERD for many years and at the end of November aspirated acid into my lungs - terrible pain - family doc thought i had pneumonia, just bronchitis but that was bad enough. :thumbdown:I have had an appt w/surgeon about the nissen fundoplication surgery for hiatal hernia - now, i am considering banding which should take care of my problem as well as help me lose weight. I am waiting to hear back from Vanderbilt about my seminar appointment. Anyone else had to have a hernia repair during the lap band surgery. I am very excited about getting the band :tongue_smilie:- I have BCBS Federal and CHAMPVA hopefully not too many problems getting approved. Well, i am going to read the other post now and wonder around the site - look forward to knowing ya'll better. - Beth