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Hi Gang, Very new here. Well I read them alot but don't post. haha Anyway, was wondering if any of you had to have a liver biopsy during the RNY? Please post and let me know. Thanks so much : -p

It seems to be fairly common. Alot of us heavy folks, end up with BIG ole fatty livers.....which heals itself, shrinks with the weight-loss.....some surgeons do the biopsys during surgery just to make sure it is only fatty liver, and not something more! Tell us a little about yourself....are ya getting surgery?? This is a great place for support! Take Care jesi

Thanks for the info. My surgery date is 8/11 w/ Dr. Glas**** at Sartori. I am pretty nervous yet excited to begin. I start my liquid diet this Thursday. dreading that. But I know it has to be done. I could use any advice you have to offer. Thanks so much. Lisa

Hi Lisa A reader, not a poster........hhmmm...that makes you a.... GASP!! LURKER!! Welcome to the board. I had a liver biopsy with my RNY. I believe my surgeon does it on everyone. I had always had slightly elevated liver functions, but I just had a "fatty liver". good luck on your journey Sheila

I knew I should have read your profile first. I see you have Dr G also. GREAT choice!!!

Lisa, Dr G does this routinely, just for the reason Jesi mentioned. It's nothing. You won't even know he did it. It's just a needle biopsy. Hey, in a few weeks a large group of his present & future WLS patients are getting together for a potluck picnic along with anyone else who is interested & families, of course. We'd love to have you come too. It is on Aug 21 at 12:30 at Gateway Park in Cedar Falls. Please write me for details. This is being planned by the Othersiders, an informal support group, not the "official' one at the hospital. The doctors & staff have been invited as guests. This is our third annual picnic & it sounds like we will have a pretty good turn out. It would be a great way for you to get answers to questions, advice & to just see & meet a lot of folks who have had a success with WLS. Dixie

Hi Lisa, we are going to be there together. My surgery is at 8 a.m. I, too, am dreading the two week clear liquid diet but I have made up lots of homemade broth and frozen it in ice cube trays so I will have small serving sizes. Let's keep in touch...I'm sure we will see each other at Sartori. hugs, Leslie

Lisa, You will love DR Glas**** he was my surgeon.....I am not sure I like all of his staff but I think he is the greatest.....Jody

Lisa- I have no clue about the liver biopsy but from one former lurker to another- WELCOME and best of luck to you! - Nan