Am I a candidate for VSG Surgery if I am allergic to latex but otherwise qualified?

February 19, 2019
Asked By:Livyummy in Baltimore, MD

I know the surgery doesn't leave anything in the body except staples but is there any part of the surgery (tubes,sutures etc) that uses latex? 5.3 288 lbs

Answers (5)

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February 21, 2019

Answer: Bariatric Surgery

February 21, 2019

Answer: Bariatric Surgery

February 21, 2019

Answer: Yes, you are a candidate

February 21, 2019

Answer: Yes, you are a candidate

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