Question:
I had surgery for acchalasia of the esophogus in 1982 with a nisson fundoplication

My question is since I already had the nisson fundoplication can I still get the surgery? I still have a problem with acid reflux probably because of my weight. I am a 40 yr old male who weighs close to 400 lbs. and I have tried every diet out there. I need help!!!    — Thomas B. (posted on August 25, 1999)

August 25, 1999
Yes you can still have WLS if you would like to talk about this feel free to call me at 412-647-2833 I am th e Cood for Dr. Philip Schauer at upmc for Bariatric surgery, or e-mail me at [email protected]
   — beth K.

August 26, 1999
You need a brave surgeon and some luck. If there are too many adhesions (scar tissue) around your stomach from the previous surgery you will be out of luck. I had that happen once to me with a man who had had 2 previous gastroplasties which had failed. also of course you will be at greater risk of leak and bleeding. Bruce Bodner m.d. f.a.c.s.
   — Bruce B.

February 19, 2001
I had Lap Nissen Fundolplacation Sept 1998, I called my surgeon and he said he could reverse the Nissen and do the Bypass, and tjis could still help the reflux
   — Marie B.