Question:
How long is the surgery?

   — Julie J. (posted on January 26, 2003)

January 26, 2003
It depends on whether it is open or lap. My open took about 2 hours. I've heard lap takes a little longer. It also varies based on the person and surgeon. But, that's a general idea on the length.
   — lezawomack

January 26, 2003
My open RNY took 5 hours, seems my bowels were a mess.
   — barbara A.

January 26, 2003
hi there :) i had open rny. all went beautiful, no complications, it took right around 2 hours. this will depend person to person but it seems on average to be around 2 to 2 and a half hours. good luck to you! :)
   — carrie M.

January 26, 2003
424 pounds, open-RNY with gall bladder removed at the same time = 4 to 4.5 hours.
   — [Deactivated Member]

January 26, 2003
I had Open RNY, I am 5'7" & was 240 at the time of surgery. My surgery took about an hour.
   — LionGirl2k

January 27, 2003
359, 5'9", Lap - took 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
   — sandsonik

January 31, 2003
My open RNY took 45 minutes. That's how long my surgeon, Dr. Anez, usually takes. I am 5'4" and was 226 pounds. Beth, open rny 1/15/03, -14.
   — Beth S.