Question:
Anyone 50 years + with previous Heart Bypass Surgery who was successful with WLS?

I had my Open RNY 03-07-02 and have done so well that my mother is seriously considering the surgery. The only thing that concerns either of us is her heart. She underwent a QUADRUPLE bypass in 1988 and is concerned that her heart may give her some trouble while on the operating table. She will be seeing her cardiologist tomorrow, but I was just wondering if there were anyone who has had a similar experience and been okay with WLS.    — Amy A. (posted on May 28, 2002)

May 28, 2002
Hi Hon, well, I didnt have a bypass but i have a pace maker. My Dr. sent over one of his associates to go through the surgery with me. Perhaps you might suggest this to your Moms Doctor. I got thu fine and am doing just dandy.
   — Jackiis

May 28, 2002
My DH had a triple in Aug 2000 then 3 days before his 58th birthday in Dec 2001 had an open RNY. He spent 1 day in ICU as a precaution. So far he's lost over 91lbs. Good luck to your Mom.
   — Janis D.

August 10, 2002
Hi, I had a triple bypass in 98 and I had my RNY April 2002 and I'm doing fine.My cardiologist is the one who recommended this to me. I spent one day in ICU as a precaution. I've lost 55lbs so far and I love every minute of my new life. Tell her to Go for it!!! Good Luck
   — Janet S.

November 11, 2002
I had my surgery 6/11/02 and had a stent inplanted after a heart attack on 10/09/01 and I am FINEEEEEEEEEEE
   — Jeanne C.

November 11, 2002
Hi, I am 63 years old and had triple bypass surgery in 1998. I had my RNY on Oct 9 2002 and have done fine. The only problem I have is that I'm having trouble with my incision healing. Of course I had to be approved by my Cardiologist, but he was very supportive and encouraged me to have the RNY.
   — Beverly H.

September 29, 2003
I had quadruple heart by-pass three years ago at age 53. This past year my cardiologist actually RECOMMENDED RNY surgery.
   — Brenda E.