So I've read a few things on here stating some doctors do 2 leak tests before you leave and even give you a DVD with proof of the results which raises 3 questions:

1.) once you are found to be leak free, are you good to go or is it possible to develop a leak further out?

2.) if the doc finds a leak does he wheel you back down the hall and throw a few more stitches in?

3.) is the test done with X-ray and contrast? Do you swallow/ drink something or is it injected down your throat?

I know leaks are very rare and I hope I don't sound paranoid, just covering the what -ifs, ya know?

Thanks in advance.

I'm currently in MX, had surgery yesterday and 2 leak tests earlier today (in addition to the one they did during surgery). It is my understanding that it is still possible to develop a leak further out, which is why it's important to follow the post-op diet and other instructions about not over-exerting yourself. I don't know what happens for sure if they do find a leak because I don't have a leak, but I would assume that they would take you back to surgery to fix it right away. And yes, for the x-ray you swallow a clear liquid that doesn't taste very good (but it's not as horrible as I'd imagined).

I was taken to another medical facility for my leak test. You can't drink ANYTHING until your leak test. You stand on a platform, drink nasty blue stuff, stay still, boom, done. No leak, drink some Gatorade yum! I don't know what happens if you have a leak.

I'm currently in MX' date=' had surgery yesterday and 2 leak tests earlier today (in addition to the one they did during surgery). It is my understanding that it is still possible to develop a leak further out, which is why it's important to follow the post-op diet and other instructions about not over-exerting yourself. I don't know what happens for sure if they do find a leak because I don't have a leak, but I would assume that they would take you back to surgery to fix it right away. And yes, for the x-ray you swallow a clear liquid that doesn't taste very good (but it's not as horrible as I'd imagined).[/quote']

I just read your post from yesterday! You are my unofficial poster child! I am strongly considering Dr. Ortiz. Thanks for the inspiration! I hope you are feeling well!

I had three leaks tests in Mexico:

one during the surgery

one drink a little blue water and see if it comes out in your drain

one clear liquid swallow where you can see the liquid go through your system into your intestines very cool.

If you have a leak I am sure they then fix it.

I just read your post from yesterday! You are my unofficial poster child! I am strongly considering Dr. Ortiz. Thanks for the inspiration! I hope you are feeling well!

I am doing great, just waiting on some juice, broth, and Water, which should be coming any time now...Dr. Ortiz will also be visiting again soon.

I'm a band conversion and will have I believe one extra leak test. If there's a leak it's definitely back to surgery for a quick repair. From everything I've read, they are possible several weeks out, but most occur early on.

icon23 - so happy it's going well for you! Congrats!!

If u have a leak test and pass is that it or do I have to worry a few months after I get my surgery?

leaks are possible for several weeks after the surgery. however most leaks occur soon after the operation.

Do leaks have to ne surgically repaired and where

Can a leak heal on its own?

I had a leak 3 weeks after surgery. They placed a stent in and I will have it for a week or two. I will have to have it removed endoscopicly. (sp) I'm in alot of pain but it is getting better.

Did u go back to mexico

Who did the surgery