Prospective diagnosis of marginal ulceration following Roux-en-Y gastric bypass with computed tomography

Acute Mesenteric Venous Thrombosis Following Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass

BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES Acute mesenteric venous thrombosis has not been previously reported as a complication following Roux-en-Y gastric bypass. METHODS The authors present 3 cases from a single-center experience of over 1500 patients as well as a review of the literature. RESULTS The presenting symptoms are nonspecific, and the diagnosis is often made after infarction of the intestine h...

Surgical Technique Affects the Incidence of Marginal Ulceration after Roux-en-Y in Gastric Bypass

Background: Marginal ulceration (MU) is a recognized complication of Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) surgery. While several possible risk factors have been reported, the mechanism of MU remains incompletely understood. The aim of this study was to compare the effect of surgical technique on the incidence of MU. Methods and Material: This was a retrospective study of 749 patients undergoing RYGB...

Is Daily Low-Dose Aspirin Safe to Take Following Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass for Obesity Surgery?

BACKGROUND Laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (LRYGB) surgery is a safe and effective procedure for patients with severe obesity. One potential complication of LRYGB is the development of marginal ulcers (MUs). Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are known to significantly increase the likelihood of developing marginal ulcers after surgery. However, the risk associated with low-dos...

Comparison of roux-en-y gastric bypass techniques with and without distal gastric plication in patients with morbid obesity

Successful laparoscopic repair of gastro-gastric fistula following Roux-en-Y gastric bypass at Harlem Community Hospital

Gastro-gastric fistula is a communication between the gastric remnant and gastric pouch. It is a rare complication of Roux-en-Y gastric bypass. It is caused by anastomotic leak, marginal ulcers, distal obstruction or erosion from foreign body. In this case report, we are presenting a successful laparoscopic repair of gastro-gastric fistula in a patient who presented with weight gain after initi...