Question:
SHould I have my gall bladder removed with RNY suzrgery?
I have heard about gall stones and someone suggested that it made sense to have the gall bladder removed to prevent stones. I have never had gall bladder problems. Suggestions? — gettinhealthy (posted on March 28, 2010)
March 28, 2010
I attended multiple bariatric seminars prior to choosing my surgeon. At
one seminar, the surgeon said he removes the gall bladder at the time of
surgery...just in case stones later develop. The gall bladder question was
asked at at least one seminar. All the other surgeons said, "Why in
the world would we want to remove a perfectly good organ?"
My surgeon did not remove my gall bladder, but he has me on a gall bladder
medication for one year in order to prevent problems.
This is something you have to discuss with your surgeon.
— dasie
March 28, 2010
I didn't have mine removed and haven't had any problems with it. Before my
surgery I had an ultrasound done on my gallbladder so the surgeon could
decide what to do, and it was fine. Same as the other answer - Why remove
something if it is working fine. Your surgeon should have some diagnostic
tests done before surgery so the correct decision can be made for you.
— Dawn A.
March 28, 2010
I had my RNY surgery March 9th 2010..and then had to go back in with major
stomach pain March 19th. Turns out I had 3 gallstones, and had to have
another surgery to have my gallbladder removed..Just have your surgeon
check it out first...
--Missy
— mkslifejourney
March 28, 2010
I signed a consent giving my Dr permission to remove only if
needed.Afterwards I was told he did not have to remove it that it looked
fine.I guess everyone is different.
— davonjack
March 28, 2010
Mine was removed during surgery. I had no problems with it before, but the
surgeon thought it looked inflamed. I found out in the recovery
room.....no biggie. It makes me happy it was taken out now. I'd rather
not have to have another abdominal surgery down the road because of
it.....Kind of a "2-for-1" deal this way.
— Brenda R.
March 28, 2010
Yes if the surgeron will do it the same time it would be great. But most
have stopped. Because of insurance reinburments.
— Icututo
March 28, 2010
I had open RNY May 2009. Because my gall bladder did not look bad the Dr
could not get it removed because of the insurance company. On April 6th,
next week I will be having my gallbladder removed. So it is not only up to
the Dr it is also up to the insurance company and what they will pay for.
We all know how picky the insurance companies can be. Good luck with your
surgery and have a great day
— dsquire
March 28, 2010
I will be having surgery on 4/20 and my gallbladder will be removed. I
have some small gall stones and was told the chances of them getting worse
is greater with the surgery and then I would have to go back for another
major surgery. The stones were found via ultrasound as a routine by my
surgeon be RNY.
— Cindya19
March 28, 2010
During my research years ago...I learned that alot of people eventually
have gallbladder problems...My Nutritionist said "If your surgeon
takes your gallbladder with your RNY surgery, you'll be glad he
did"....He didn't, and I have not had trouble with it yet (6 years)
But her comment always stuck with me...It's always in the back of my mind
when things don't feel right!
— .Anita R.
March 29, 2010
I had surgery on 2/19/10. My doctor gave me a choice to have my gallbladder
removed. He said most people do have problems later. Since I don't want
another surgery possibly in the future and pay the extra cost then, I had
it removed. It usually is up to you to make the choice.
— tandalyncarter
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