Lap band + plication

[tb_pgh 0]

I had my preop appointment today. My surgery is scheduled for 1/16/13. I was wondering if anyone out there had Lap Band AND Plication done at the same time. My doctor - who I trust - mentioned it to me and I am on the fence. Does anyone have any advice/history/experience with this? (http://www.realresultswls.com/laparoscopic-gastric-band-plication/)

Thanks!

TBPGH

[FLORIDAYS 3,040]

There are several people who have both on this site who post often so I am sure they will reply soon.

Congrats on taking the first step!

[Toddy 758]

Search for posts by Carolina Girl. I had plication done after the fact when they had to go in and restitch my slipped band in November. Right now I really can't comment on it because I only have 2 cc's in my band and I don't feel like the band or the plication either one is helping me yet.

I will say that I do regret not getting the plication done initially when I had my band done.

[Mara005 70]

I had the lap band with plication, I'm very happy with it. I'm down over 50 pounds (40 since surgery) and my first fill is next week. It's great to have another tool to help me.

[☠carolinagirl☠ 18,721]

a friend pm'd me this link to respond

yes i had this procedure in june weighing in at 336

at my last weigh in, i was 248...

so yes, it does work, if you let it.

i will say its not a miracle tool but a helper...it will help you eat less

but i could stretch it by constantly overeating so i choose to abide by the band rules so that does not happen.

any other questions, hit me up anytime.

[tradingplaceswithme 27]

I too had lap band with plication. I've lost almost 100 lbs (96 to be exact!! Can't wait to hit the big 100) since my surgery date of 8/31/11. I have surpassed my goal weight the nutritionist set for me and now I'm 15 lbs away from weighing what I weighed what I weighed when I was 18! My doctor is now doing them routinely with his lap bands. It helps with the band not slipping and provides extra help by reducing the size of your stomach substantially, without having to have any part of your stomach removed, as in the gastric sleeve. I have no idea if I would have lost the same weight if I had just had lap band alone, however, I've had absolutely NO complications with the surgery and have suffered no stuck episodes, etc. I agree with Carolina girl; it will help you if you let it...and none of these surgeries are the magic bullet, all require HARD WORK.. but I am absolutely SO glad I was able to get the plication along with my lap band. It is my opinion that it only ENHANCES the lap band! One of THE best decisions I've ever made. Good luck!

[blpchick 50]

Yes I had band with plication in may 2012 and have lost 100 pounds since so I'm very happy with it. :-)

[blondegal_ 1,028]

I just had surgery on 12/19 and got both at recommendation of my doctor. I can't offer as much information as the others but my doctor mentioned a study by Duke University that I read up on. It seems to help people lose more in the beginning. It does add a possible extra complication - for a few the stomach part that is folded over (so to speak) gets inadequate blood flow and causes issues which I think are only resolved by more surgery. So just do your research and weigh the risks.

[CHEZNOEL 4,061]

I too had both and have been very happy with the results. As CG says it will be a great tool... If you WORK for and with the band! Good luck!

[4sweeties 63]

I had both done this month. My doctor said he is seeing a lot of success with patients who have both. I am happy I had it done. It made the surgery a little longer. I never had a lap band surgery without plication so I can't compare pain levels. I will keep you updated.

[Mandylove 32]

I had Lapband with plication on November 12th 2012 and am down about 30lbs. Personally, I think it's another great tool and why not do even more to make this journey easier on you! Also, my doctor told me that with the plication he sees no reason as to why your band would slip for any reason!

[BLESSED43 11]

@TB, thats the surgery I wanted so bad!! but my insurance says its to new and not approved. My Doctor says it makes perfect sense .He said there would be less slips and fills if at all. He said he hasnt been trained on the procedure but he likes it.are u private pay????

[Successful4me 51]

@TB' date=' thats the surgery I wanted so bad!! but my insurance says its to new and not approved. My Doctor says it makes perfect sense .He said there would be less slips and fills if at all. He said he hasnt been trained on the procedure but he likes it.are u private pay????[/quote']

The Plication is NOT new. I work for Bariatric Surgeons who've done it for years. They stopped doing it because if a patient slips their band then off to the operating room you go. Without it & say the Band slips 99% of the time after the Fluid is removed the Band goes back into place on its own WITHOUT having to go back into surgery. I had the option & chose not to because I didn't want that headache of possibly returning to surgery. Also the Plication does NOT make you lose more weight its the dedication of the patient & that's what makes weight loss a success. Trust me, I've seen several patients with Plication that didn't follow the Band diet & didn't lose even 40lbs. I've been successful & lost 100lbs NO Plication. Just doing what I'm supposed to. & also 1yr ago band slipped, but went back into place on its own within a week & no surgery required. #Banded12/22/10. 100lbs down.

[BLESSED43 11]

I see. But my insurance covers everything but that.

so my question is did u get it with your insurance or were u self pay????.

[Successful4me 51]

I had Lapband with plication on November 12th 2012 and am down about 30lbs. Personally' date=' I think it's another great tool and why not do even more to make this journey easier on you! Also, my doctor told me that with the plication he sees no reason as to why your band would slip for any reason![/quote']

Mine slipped because I was sick & was vomiting several times in a two day period. I didn't have pain but had sense enough to call doctors office & ask to come in for X-ray to make sure everything was ok & at this time I found out I'd slipped. Fluid was removed for one week & band went back into place. This happened 1yr after I was banded. #Banded12/22/10. 100lbs lost