Question:
Anastesia( NG tube )can it puncture RNY?

When you have anestesia ( TT) isn't it possible for them to puncture your pouch? with the NG tubeI think I read that here some time ago. I got approved so fast, and NO problems by my insurance, I was ready for denial, appeals etc. But thank God, I will have surgery TT on July 6th. Thanks    — Cindee A. (posted on June 9, 2004)

June 9, 2004
Not a problem, when you're under anesthesia they put a ET tube in, that's an endotracheal tube, goes in your trachea (windpipe) for you to breathe. The NG tube is a nasogastric tube, which goes in your stomach...that's why they have to be careful if you've had an RNY. Anyway the NG tube is something you don't routinely have just because you have anesthesia. Congrats on your approval!!!
   — Sungurl B.

June 9, 2004
WOW good question, I have been so involved in getting all the necessary papers ready for the ps I forgot all about the NG for being put out. I do remember in the past on the med alert braclets, NO NG tube W/O endoscope. Be sure to tell the anestesoligst and the nurses, so they are well aware its better to be safe than sorry. Good luck on your plastic surgery.
   — wizz46

June 10, 2004
There should be no need for an NG tube during a tummy tuck. The NG tube is typically used to suction out fluids in the pouch/stomach. This is needed immediately after the RNY operation because you want to insure that there are no leaks from the pouch before letting fluids sit in the pouch for any length of time (like drinking your broth or fruit juice or water). This should not be a consideration during a tummy tuck...JR
   — John Rushton

June 10, 2004
It is good to be concerned and make sure your anesthesiologist knows you are a gastric bypass patient. When I had my LBL I and my WL surgeon were very concerned about it. I had another PS last Monday and made sure that guy knew also. Normally with any PS you don't an NG tube. However, sometimes they use a body temperature monitor that goes down your windpipe and that could be put down too far and puncture your pouch. So just make sure they are aware and don't assume they will read your file to know of your special situation.
   — zoedogcbr

June 11, 2004
Any anesthesiologist who is capable/ competant, will not only read your record for your history but will talk to you and get your history in person prior to administering anesthesia. An Ng is not a usual piece of equipment for most surgeries. During surgery they may intubate you with an ET tube, ie a breathing tube in your trachea (windpipe) that connects to a ventilator to keep you breathing under anesthesia. By the way if your anesthesiologist doesn't take a medical history you need to get up and leave.
   — **willow**