Question:
5 years after Gastroplasty can you have 2nd operation ? regained 100 lbs

I had my stomach stapled 5 years ago it has streched back because I have gained 100 lbs and climbing can I have another type of surgery please help    — Charlotte L. (posted on July 9, 2000)

July 9, 2000
Hi Charlotte...yes, it is possible to have revision surgery. Gastroplasty can be revised to RNY or BPD/DS. To learn more about revision you might want to go to www.egroups.com and join the OSSG-Revision mail list. Good luck!
   — Roseann M.

July 9, 2000
Great quetion. One that I asked my Dr. About long ago--and yes you can have a 2nd surgery. I had a VBG 5 years ago and now i am appealling to my insurance to allow me to have an RNY. Hpoefully your insurance carrier will approve you on your 1st try, but if not there is an appeals process that is available to you that you can pursue if and when the time comes. I have gained back about 50 of the original 165lbs. I lost and I DO NOT want to go higher, so here I am and if you have any questions feel free to get in touch!Good luck
   — Marion B.

July 9, 2000
Yes Charolotte, revisions are an option. You'll find many folks on this site who are in your shoes, including me! Revisons are being done with increased frequency these days, as the VBG didnt work out for many folks. Any WLS should be able to help you, or to refer you to a WLS who can. There is a listing of surgeons on this site.
   — Meli ..

July 9, 2000
I, too, was revised from distal RNY with staple line disruption to distal RNY with nice new pouch. Feel better, too. I had NO problems with ins OR the procedure.
   — vitalady

August 23, 2009
10 years ago I had a Vertical Ring. Worked great for about 2 years then I gained all the weight back plus more. The problem is I can eat sweets easily but good foods are difficult. I vomit about 3 or 5 times a week and am miserable. I am going to have a by pass done late Sep.
   — ecpioneer