Astimonic Stricture! 4 dilations! Revision is recommended...

[twinmomC 12]

I had RNY on 9-15-15. All was going well until it stopped going well. On 10-14, I was re-admitted at the hospital I had my surgery for dehydration and the next day had my first EGD with dilation. I was released to come home (3 hours away) the next day. My surgeon gave me the green light to see a local GI. On 10-20-15, I was re-admitted to local hospital same problem with dehydration and the stricture was closed to 2mm. Dilation #2 occured, then a week later #3 and today was #4. The local GI has not scheduled any more and says I need to return to surgeon for revision of the astimosis. Has this happened to anyone else?? Another surgery to fix the first one?? 1, 2, and 3 did not cause me any discomfort. Today after #4, I am quite sore on the inside and only hope I can make it 5 more days until my surgeon returns from his vacation. Any revision stories... Is there hope?? Thanks..

[James Marusek 5,244]

I am sorry to hear about all the problems you encountered post-surgery. I will pray that you find healing and get back on track.

[twinmomC 12]

Thank you. I am hoping as well...

Edited November 9, 2015 by twinmomC

[rte837 141]

This isn't that unusual. It's easily addressed. And if it's just the anastomosis that has to be "revised", it shouldn't be so bad. Yes, it's another procedure, but it will all be worth it. Meanwhile, keep taking frequent, small sips of Water or suck on a sugar free popsicle; whatever it takes to get the fluids in. There'll be time for work once you get your health and stamina back. And isn't it a great thing you're doing for yourself and your family!