Question:
Dr. only does two rows of staples on either side of cut. Does this seem like enough?

From what I understand if the staple line were to disrupt in a transected pouch, food would enter the abdominal cavity causing peritinitis(sp). where as if it were to disrupt in a non transected pouch the food would simply enter the bottom half of the stomach causing weight gain. I would much rather regain some weight than deal with peritinitis. I believe either case would need re-stapling? Any input on this would be greatly appreciated. I'm very worried since I've heard many folks mention they have from 4 to 6 rows of staples in a nontransected stomach.    — KimBo36 (posted on May 29, 2001)

May 29, 2001
Or, you can be like me and do both. My first was only stapled, now am transected (resected, to be technically correct). The risk of leak with revision is higher than first time through, so given a choice, I'd do it ONE time. A leak can occur, of course, but my husband's leaked at the stoma post-op. AND we are still waiting for his staple line to disrupt. What a deal, huh? Are you talking immediate post-op leak? Or long term disruption? 2 different things. The risk of post-op leak passes fairly quickly......
   — vitalady