Question:
How long should I expect to be in the hospital after lap rny?

My surgeon says to expect a 4-day hospital stay for the open procedure, barring any complications. I do not know what to expect with a lap procedure.    — Kim D. (posted on March 13, 2001)

March 13, 2001
My daughter and I had lap RNY surgery last year. We had a 2 day hospitalization...no ICU, no tubes, no drains, no external sutures or staples....and that is the norm for our surgeon, but everyone's experiences may vary slightly. Best wishes!
   — Diana T.

March 13, 2001
I had Lap RNY last Thursday and came home Sunday. I did have an NG tube in but that's just a surgeon preference. I think you should expect what everybody else having RNY experiences. Only difference with Lap (I think) is less pain. Of course every case is different.
   — Deniece H.

March 13, 2001
nights seems to be about it.
   — Mike H.

March 20, 2001
I had it done wed at 10:00 am I was home thurs at 7:00pm. would have been home the same day if the dr. would have come by. He must of thought I was still sleeping
   — Mary L.