twins2016 26 Posted April 26, 2016 I apologize if this sounds naive or silly. But I have a few questions, I haven't decided about surgery yet. What happens to the staples? Will they ever get loose, nick other organs or possible get loose and travel through intestines? What meds are typically prescribed after surgery, i saw a blood thinner injection is one. Sent from my SM-G860P using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KristenLe 5,979 Posted April 26, 2016 The staples dissolve. Post-op you will most likely be given pain meds and possibly a blood thinner (but I think they test your bleeding rate first). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
reree6898 1,164 Posted April 26, 2016 I personally have never heard of dissolving staples. I have only ever heard of surgical staples that just remain with you forever. The scar line from where the stomach heals basically grows over them. From what my surgeon said it is not possible for them to come loose. Some Drs require blood thinners for a few days as a preventative measure to prevent blood clots. Most Drs send the patient home on pain meds, anti nausea meds, and an acid blocker. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KristenLe 5,979 Posted April 26, 2016 I personally have never heard of dissolving staples. I have only ever heard of surgical staples that just remain with you forever. The scar line from where the stomach heals basically grows over them. From what my surgeon said it is not possible for them to come loose. Some Drs require blood thinners for a few days as a preventative measure to prevent blood clots. Most Drs send the patient home on pain meds, anti nausea meds, and an acid blocker. You're right. Sorry. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
reree6898 1,164 Posted April 26, 2016 I personally have never heard of dissolving staples. I have only ever heard of surgical staples that just remain with you forever. The scar line from where the stomach heals basically grows over them. From what my surgeon said it is not possible for them to come loose. Some Drs require blood thinners for a few days as a preventative measure to prevent blood clots. Most Drs send the patient home on pain meds, anti nausea meds, and an acid blocker. You're right. Sorry. Maybe you were thinking of the internal stitches? Those do dissolve in time. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
twins2016 26 Posted April 27, 2016 Great! Thank you! Good to know! Sent from my SM-G860P using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
