has anyone has endoscope post band?

01-12-2006, 11:21 AM

my gi doc says I need one... is it safe?

TrishS · 01-12-2006, 11:24 AM

Yes it is safe, and if you Dr thinks you should get one.. Then I think you should.

Anwyn · 01-12-2006, 11:25 AM

Endoscopy's are fairly common for bandsters... Most band doctors recommend an endo every year after banding because that's the only way to make sure you don't have erosion. That said, I would imagine that an endo is a little trickier with a band, so make sure the tech has experience with banded stomachs.

01-12-2006, 11:29 AM

my GI doc will be doing the scope himself and he is aware of my band but I am not sure how fam he is with "lap bands" vs other types of banding..
btw how do I edit my siggy that is WAYYYYYYY old

Anwyn · 01-12-2006, 11:34 AM

Lap just stands for laparoscopic (the method of placement, not the type of band). You can edit your signature by clicking on "quick links" at the top of the page. :)

01-12-2006, 11:38 AM

I am aware of that but it is not the only want to band a stomach.

leatha_g · 01-12-2006, 01:32 PM

I had a scope last week. It went perfectly fine.