Question:
Was anyone that had a sliding hiatal hernia done laproscopic or did they have to do

an open rny?    — Barbara J. (posted on February 17, 2004)

February 17, 2004
I have a hiatal hernia and I am going to have a Lap RNY, I know others who have had Lap with a HH and no problem.
   — Kara J.

February 17, 2004
Yes, I understand that a HH can be repaired Lap. I had one and it was to be repaired in Lap surgery. (Due to comps, my surgery was open, nothing to do with the HH though. ) Take care and good luck! Polly
   — Jackie O.

February 18, 2004
Hi---- I was diagnosed as having a sliding HH, and I successfully had my lap rny on November 19th. My surgeon and I never even discussed an open rny based on my HH. So unless yours is severe, I think you'll be fine. Best wishes!!!
   — msny931

February 18, 2004
I had 2 hernia's repaired with my lap rny. I had a sliding hiatal and a belly button hernia. No problems at all. Good Luck!!
   — CAMFR