Lynn C
Upper GI done
May 28, 2010
I used to be so good at updating this stuff. Time to get back to it. My upper GI revealed circumfrential pouch dilation. My doc wanted to take the band out but I'm kinda attached to it so he agreed to a total unfill, six weeks of tiny meals and then another upper GI. At that time I'll need to decide what to do next. If the dilation is improved I could leave the band or have it repositioned, but I would live in fear that the next wrong bite could cause a serious complication. I could have the band removed and go it alone - I can tell you right now, no way in hell that will work.I can revise to a different procedure. I've been leaning toward this option. I know that I don't want a malabsorptive procedure and I've done well with restriction only so I've started researching the sleeve. So far I'm liking what I see but I have lots of questions for my doc when I go back. They have started the paperwork though so if I do decide on the sleeve I will already have insurance pre approval - kinda scary. I'll update when I know more
