Question:
Does a fistula repair mean going back to square one?

I have to have a fistula repaired...does this mean starting over completely? Back to the clear liquids and everything? Just curious as I am almost 4 years post-op.    — KissMeCate (posted on October 11, 2006)

October 11, 2006
hi kara,what is a fistula? i am 4 yrs out also.you can e-mail me at [email protected] thank you.take care
   — deb44m

October 15, 2006
I too have developed a gastric fistula...and am scheduled for revision surgery .....and they have described it like going back to square 1. It's a open surgery 5-7days in the hospital and 4-6 weeks recovery. Interestingly enough I'm also 4 years post-op. Good Luck
   — fanman820

October 15, 2006
My surgeon told me that it would be a laproscopic procedure to fix my fistula. 2-3 days in the hospital and I can go back to work with in a week. You should find out if it can be done laproscopic. Good Luck!
   — KissMeCate

October 22, 2006
Wow!!! Me Too, I am 4 years post -op and I go in the morning to see my Doctor, to set up a surgery date to repair mine. He said it was like starting over at step one. I hope it can be done lap? One or two days in hospital. Well, I wish you and everyone the best of luck and pray all will be fine...
   — reneewaters

November 1, 2006
What a good question. I have a gastrogastric fistula too. I have had 1 endoscopic closure and I have to have another closure attempt next week. I have alot of questions just like you. LIke if this endoscopic closure fails, will I have to go to the OR? I'm 3 years post op. I hope your surgery goes well. Could you keep my updated on your progress? Amy
   — goldroses