I did. They had to cut due to the mesh from the hernia from the colon removal. I can't tell anything different except i am not feeling sick to my stomach like before the surgery. If you don't have mesh maybe the can do it where they make 3 little openings and take it out that way. Best of luck

I had mine out about 8 years ago, and only had my surgery recently. I know they say it impacts how your processs fatty food but I never noticed a difference. 

Do you have gallstones?

I do, and sludge.  Saw a surgeon this morning and they are setting me up for the laparoscopic procedure.  I hope this eliminates the nagging stomach ache.  Thanks to Bubba1028 and Alock for your responses.  

Good luck- let us know how it goes!