Barretts and Lap Band

[MikeFromNY 14]

Hi All,

Surgery date is August 15, 2013 (next week). I have Barretts on first endoscopy biopsy and not on second endoscopy biopsy so it's not so prevalent throughout. Surgeon seems unconcerned. Says he has banded numerous patients with Barretts. Anyone else here banded with Barretts? Seems it is contra-indicated depending on what and where you read.

Thanks,

Mike

[mrsto 2,925]

Mike.... I do not have Barretts, but I would have concern with a doctor who doesn't seem concerned about banding a patient with this health issue. It might be a good idea to talk with another bariatric surgeon or two, for another opinion. Any esophagus issues can worsen. I'm not a doctor, and I'm not saying that they will. But I just think that you need more than one opinion, and should do a LOT of research on your own.

I have terrible reflux, and it's been worse since banding. Next week I'm going for a small un-fill, to see if some of it can be alleviated. The band did not cause this issue, but it's been much worse since having fills. The band needs to be filled in order to work, so I'm hoping I can figure this out with my surgeon next week.

Good luck......I hope you find all of the necessary information, to make an informed decision.