revision surgery for severe gerd?

Question
I had a gastric stapling (partition) in 1980 when i was 17.  this was purely a restrictive surgery..no bypass involved.  I had good results initially..lost 130 lbs. and 25 years later i still have some restriction but have developed severe gerd and regurgitate bile and acid in my sleep causing aspiration/microaspiration which is beginning to damage my lungs.  I have found no help from traditional doctors.  considering revision surgery to rny, but am worried about health risks from malabsorption and will they be able to do this type of revision on such an old surgery?

Answer
I would suggest that you approach a specialist in bariatric surgery.  Without knowing what's going on "inside" it's difficult to advise.  Previous surgery, especially surgery that long ago, complicates the situation but that should not be a reason to discount the option.  Revision may or may not be an option. However, maintaining your current situation sounds to be dangerous.

Please make an appointment with a bariatric specialist (surgeon) and explain your issues exactly this way, answering any other questions they may have.

I have no medical training; I'm simply a previous patient.  I hope that you have alternatives that can help you avoid further damage to your health.

Thanks for the question and please review my assistance via the allexperts.com website.

Good Luck to you, Courtney.
Steve
Steve

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