Question Regarding Size (Xpost)

[pattimomof3nj 21]

Hi all,

Well, I met with the new Dr today, and he agrees that I need the band out, it is prolapsed. He also agrees that I can have a sleeve, and do not need a bypass at this point. So, I have a few questions from you all that are experienced.

If you had a band and then switched to a sleeve, did you do it all in one surgery? he is giving me the option to have 1 or 2.

What size is your sleeve, he mentioned that his normal size is a 42 bougie? He can make it smaller if I want, but will not go to small as to avoid nausea.

If you had a band, did your insurance cover it as a revision surgery? I have UHC, and they said they just need a pre-determination letter to make that decision, but it is a billable code so it is covered.

Think that is all i have for now.

thanks so much,

Nervous Patti!

[Tiffykins 673]

Hey Pattie, I'm sorry to hear about your issues with the band.

My surgeon uses a 32fr bougie for all of his sleeve procedures.

I had it done in one procedure. My insurance did cover the revision.

Best wishes, and keep us posted when you get a date. The sleeve is truly fabulous, and I'm so happy to be rid of my band.

[pattimomof3nj 21]

Tiff,

thank you so much for you words of wisdom. I have pretty much read all of the threads on this board, and am very impressed by your journey. You sure have been through it all. I am hoping that my journey is less eventful.

I am leaning towards the single procedure. I have 3 y/o twins and an 8 y/o, so less down time is better for me. I am also going to ask for a smaller bougie, I just figured it out and 150 cc is about 5 oz, and I think I would like about 4 oz in the end.

I also called my insurance, and as long as there is a problem with my band, they should cover it. I currently have a prolapse, so i think that is problem enough!

Thanks for getting back to me, I will keep reading along with you all now that I am going to be a sleever!! I'm so excited!!

Patti