Question:
Can anyone give feedback about how common it is for a postop leak?

I am still in the research phase of my WLS journey...I have an appointment next week with the surgeon, and have already been told that my surgery will be scheduled for mid-June if all goes okay. I have been reading so many things on the internet about leak tests, etc. and still don't fully understand what it all means. I would appreciate any info you all could give me. Thanks in advance. Marianne K.    — Getting H. (posted on April 21, 2002)

April 21, 2002
Less than 1% for open (like .8). Slightly higher for lap, but I don't know the actual number.
   — vitalady

April 21, 2002
Under 1 or 2% for either Lap or Open. All surgeons do a leak test on the OR table and MOST do a follow up test a day or so later just for safety. Its a YUK barium swallow. Well worth the hoops we have to go thru, I am down 134 pounds and lost it all:) My BMI is now 25 normal, as is ALL my previous health problems ALL gone, high blood pressure, sleep apnea, diabetes, high cholestrol, acid reflux, aching knees, ALL GONE! YOU CAN DO IT TOO! see my profile!
   — bob-haller

April 21, 2002
I had a leak. I still have reflux. I still struggle with food volume...but would I do it all again? Yup. Continue to research, research, research...serious complications may be rare...but be as prepared as *possible* for anything. Best of luck. -Kim open RNY 7/17 -103
   — KimBo36