Question:
Will having a hernia pre op delay my surgery?

Hi, I am scheduled for surgery on the 30th of this month. I've been doing heavy yard work and now I'm pretty sure I have a hernia, meeting all the symptoms. Will this affect my surgery? I'm freaking out thinking that once my surgeon realizes I have one he'll cancel my surgery. Also, if he does decide to go ahead, will this affect the procedure, I am going in for LAP RNY but wondering if it will have to be open. Any input you can give will be greatly appreciated! Thanks!    — Carey N. (posted on July 15, 2001)

July 15, 2001
If you have a good surgeon, I bet ya that he will repair your hernia and do you surgery at the same time (only one recovery period this way!!). Just ask, don't worry about it. And, yes, you'll need open RNY, not lap most likely. Best wishes!
   — Cindy H.

July 15, 2001
During my Lap Rny my surgeon removed my umbilical hernia without opening me up, I had no complications.
   — [Anonymous]