Gallstones and lap band

[beckymit 0]

During my pre-op testing they discovered I have gallstones. My surgeon is going to remove them while he is putting the lap band in place. Has anyone else had gallstones removed at the same time and, if so, did it increase your recovery time? I am scheduled to be banded 2/5/07. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!:help:

Beckymit

Gainesville, FL

Dr. Hipp

[kbattal 0]

During my pre-op testing they discovered I have gallstones. My surgeon is going to remove them while he is putting the lap band in place. Has anyone else had gallstones removed at the same time and, if so, did it increase your recovery time? I am scheduled to be banded 2/5/07. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!:help:

Beckymit

Gainesville, FL

Dr. Hipp

My doc did not want to perform two operations at the same time, I wish he had it. I asked him to do it, it sounded good idea, but he refused.

He said gall bladder operation is too bloody but simple, whereas lapbanding is more comlicated, but requires more attention. He said doing both operation at the same time inreases the risk of infection on the port side, or might cause extra risks to the bant. I live in Romania, the conditions are very poor here, but I would still think the risks were minimal. I would take the chance regardless based on experiences of other bandsters.

I read that many bandsters had both the operation at the same time, and If you are operated in the university hospital, the risks of comlications are almost zero, I think. I am also a graduate of University of Florida, Gainesville. I would take the chance, and get over with two operations at the same time. Healing process might be longer, but if your doc approves, that is really good news for you.

regards,

dorin

[shutuplena 0]

I had my gallbladder removed at the same time and also a hernia repair. My recovery period seemed to be within the same range as those who only had the band done so I don't think the removal of the gallbladder increased or decreased my recovery time at all. Good luck on the 5th.

[beckymit 0]

My doc did not want to perform two operations at the same time, I wish he had it. I asked him to do it, it sounded good idea, but he refused.

He said gall bladder operation is too bloody but simple, whereas lapbanding is more comlicated, but requires more attention. He said doing both operation at the same time inreases the risk of infection on the port side, or might cause extra risks to the bant. I live in Romania, the conditions are very poor here, but I would still think the risks were minimal. I would take the chance regardless based on experiences of other bandsters.

I read that many bandsters had both the operation at the same time, and If you are operated in the university hospital, the risks of comlications are almost zero, I think. I am also a graduate of University of Florida, Gainesville. I would take the chance, and get over with two operations at the same time. Healing process might be longer, but if your doc approves, that is really good news for you.

regards,

dorin

Thank you for answering me. I will just let my doctor be the judge of what to do. What a coincidence that you are a UF graduate. Go Gators!!!

Beckymit

[beckymit 0]

shutuplena,

Thank you for your response. It is very encouraging. I meet with my surgeon on 1/31 and will discuss then. Glad yours was so successful!

Beckymit

[shutuplena 0]

Beckymit

You're very welcome. Everything will go fine. You'll be so excited you won't even have time to think about your gallbladder. Good luck again!