Question:
Anyone had WLS after having a diaphragmatic hernia repair?

Had evaluation meeting with WLS yesterday, and he doesn't think he can do RNY on me. Five yrs ago I had a diaphragmatic hernia that caused my stomach and spleen to move up into my thorax. He is waiting to read the operative notes from that surgery to make a final decision. Says the part of the stomach that would be made into the pouch may have been damaged. Anyone had surgery after all this? I am devastated after talking with him, and it will be many days before I'll get his response. Thanks. Janell    — Janell C. (posted on July 17, 2009)

July 18, 2009
maybe you will have to research other options like the lap-band or the gastric sleeve? good luck on your journey!
   — callen3640

July 19, 2009
Have you inquired about the DUODENAL SWITCH (DS) surgery? Dsfacts.com and Duodenalswitch.com are very helpful sites loaded with lots of information. ALSO check out the Duodenal Switch (DS) FORUM here at Obesity Help (OH). Good luck and blessings to you on your journey. Angie
   — [Deactivated Member]

July 20, 2009
Cinnamon and Angie, thank you both VERY much for the encouragement. It's given me hope that there really may be other options for me, while I wait to hear from the doctor. Janell
   — Janell C.