I am going through my pre-op testing. Today I had the abdominal ultra-sound, chest x-ray and an upper Gi series. In the GI series the Dr told me he saw a hiatal hernia. I have seen a few things on this and I think that it needs to be repaired prior to - or at the same time the band would be placed on. But am wondering if this lengthens the hospital stay, or recovery time. And how does the insurance porcess handle this?

Any one else have this? Any advise would be appreciated!!

I had a suprise hernia repair during my surgery yesterday, it don't think it has changed much in my recovery other than a little extra pain with inspiration.

I am going through my pre-op testing. Today I had the abdominal ultra-sound, chest x-ray and an upper Gi series. In the GI series the Dr told me he saw a hiatal hernia. I have seen a few things on this and I think that it needs to be repaired prior to - or at the same time the band would be placed on. But am wondering if this lengthens the hospital stay, or recovery time. And how does the insurance porcess handle this?

Any one else have this? Any advise would be appreciated!!

I was banded on 03/30/09 and my Dr. also did a hiatal hernia and everthing went great I went the same night and was back at work within 6 days. My insurance approved the entire surgey I have Aetna. Good luck and I hope all goes well

Thank you guys from replying. I'm glad to hear its not that big of a deal. I was a little worries it would hold me up from being banded. Thanks again - and best of luck to you both!!