Advice needed

[beachlife88 2]

I went to my Dr. Visit today and the doctor told me that there may be a chance that I could have a leak after surgery. Due to the fact that I had a band slip/removal. He told me that the chances of a leak are higher. I'm feeling very confused about going through with the surgery, being that I had such a bad experience with the band. Please if anyone has any advice I would love to hear it.

[samuelsmom 670]

This is one of those situations with no easy answers. It comes down to weighing the benefits and the risks and making the best decision for you. The likelihood of a leak is small but surgeons are obligated to point out anything that might happen even though it is unlikely. Good Luck to you.

[CowgirlJane 14,260]

The risk of leak and other serious complications is about double for revisions but it is still a single digit risk. I think it depends on how much you need the surgery to save you from obesity.

I revised 3 years ago and am half my former size as a result. There is a band to sleeve revision forum with lots of stories...

[LSF 264]

I'm going in for my revision in 2 days. My Dr td me that after he does the surgery, he will be sliding a tube down me to check for any bleeding so he can see if there are any tears.

[cruummbs 36]

Get a second opinion!!!!