I went in for surgery this week and the doctor accidentally poked a hole in my intestine after making the first incision. He stitched it up, but did not put the band in due to an increased risk of infection.

Has this happened to anyone else? If so, how long was your recovery and how did it go when you actually got the band put in? He wants me to reschedule the surgery in two weeks, is that enough time? Did you get a refund or approach any other type of compensation for the extra time missed from work?

I just wanted to say SORRY!! I am hoping that it all goes O.K. for you. I would really push the doc for some sort of discount, free fills or something...all they can tell you is no. Hopefully it is not stated somewhere in all the paperwork that you signed that this "although rare, could happen".

Keep us posted!!

If you have any negotiating skills, I think I would definitely approach the surgeon for a LARGE DISCOUNT on the next procedure.