Compensation for a leaking band

Hello,

 As you can see, I was banded in 09/2007. I have managed to lose weight with the band by following the protein and portion control. After about 4 fills it was disovered that I have a leak on the band itself. This was found under a fluoro study.

 I contacted the band manufacturer and was told that this is unheard of. I would like to find others like myself to show them that this does happen. Regardless of if your insurance convered a new band, if a second surgery was covered by the manufacturer, or you were cash pay please contact me.

 If you have had a leak on your band and you believe the leak wasn't caused by a puncture during a fill please contact me by PM or directly at [email protected].

 If you know of someone who has had a similar experience, please pass this on to them.

 Thank You,

 Melissa
(This has been posted in other forums as well. )

A friend of mine here in NZ suddenly lost restriction in her band - so an op was arranged thinking that it would be a faulty port or that the tubing had come apart.   When they went in it was discovered that the band itself had a leak.   Her surgery and hospital expenses were  gratis but she did get a bill from the anaesthetist.   A new band was also placed at no cost to her.   I think the surgeon sent the band back to the manufacturer.   If you want I can ask my friend if she would like to hear from you, in which case I would give her your email address.   Cheers Marion

Hi Marion,

Yes, please have her contact me. This is exactly what I was looking for. I too have had the band removed and the leak was on the band itself. The manufacturer is stating this isn't a problem; however, it seems to be occurring with some patients.

I have consulted with an attorney and he would like to hear from patients, specifically with a leak in the band. Once I receive an email I will be happy to talk to your friend and discuss this more.

Thanks Marion,

Melissa

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