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Endoscopic stent placement for the management of gastro-pleural and gastro-cutaneous fistula post laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy: a case report
BackgroundGastro-pleural and gastro-cutaneous fistulae formation are rare yet life-threatening complications post-bariatric surgery. To our knowledge...
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Endoscopic management of refractory leak and gastro-cutaneous fistula after laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy: a randomized controlled trial
BackgroundGastro-cutaneous fistula is a rare complication after laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG) with incidence of occurrence 1–2%. Most of...
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Endoscopic Kehr’s T-Tube Placement to Treat Persistent Large Gastro-cutaneous Fistula After One Anastomosis Gastric Bypass: Video Demonstration
BackgroundWe aim to show the endoscopic placement of a T-tube to treat a persistent large gastro-cutaneous fistula after OAGB.
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Closure of Gastrocutaneous Fistula Following Bariatric Surgery: a Systematic Review
Gastrocutaneous fistula (GCF) is a devastating complication that can arise after bariatric and metabolic surgery (BMS). This systematic review...
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Stemming the Leak: A Novel Treatment for Gastro-Bronchial Fistula
Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG) is a commonly used procedure in bariatric patients that often has excellent results. Despite its advantages,...
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Role of Endoscopic Internal Drainage in Treating Gastro-Bronchial and Gastro-Colic Fistula After Sleeve Gastrectomy
BackgroundGastro-bronchial and gastro-colic fistulas (GB-GC) represent a rare, but serious complication after laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG)....
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Salvage Robotic Roux-en-Y Fistulojejunostomy for Chronic Gastro-Colic Fistula After Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy
Roux-en-Y fistulojejunostomy (RYFJ) has been proposed as a surgical option for the treatment of a chronic fistula after sleeve gastrectomy but can be...
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Persistent Ostomy Following Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy Removal: Treatment Strategies
Purpose of ReviewThe purpose of this article is to review available literature on management of persistent ostomy following PEG tube removal. We will...
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Total Gastrectomy with Roux-en-Y Limb Reconstruction for Complex and Chronic Fistulas After Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy: Single-Center Experience
PurposeWhen a leak after laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG) becomes a chronic fistula, the best surgical treatment remains controversial. The aim...
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Endoscopic treatment of large gastric leaks after gastrectomy using the combination of double pigtail drains crossing a covered stent
BackgroundEndoscopy is the gold standard for the treatment of postoperative gastric leaks (GL). Large fistulas are associated with high rate of...
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Latissimus Dorsi and DIEP Flaps for Pharyngeal Reconstruction: A Novel Indication
AimsComplex pharyngeal defects after tumor resection remain a challenging dilemma for reconstructive plastic surgeons. They often benefit from...
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Revisional Bariatric Surgery After Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass for Bile Reflux: a Single-Center Long-Term Cohort Study
PurposeRevisional bariatric surgery (RBS) after primary Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) is indicated for the efficient management of specific...
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Malignant Leakage After Sleeve Gastrectomy: Endoscopic and Surgical Approach
PurposeGastric leak occurs after sleeve gastrectomy (SG) in 2% of cases. Most staple-line disruptions (SLD) can be successfully treated with...
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Gastrointestinal devices: common and uncommon foreign bodies
Devices for the gastrointestinal tract are widely available and constantly advancing with less invasive techniques. They play a crucial role in...
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The “cut and push” method of removing percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy tube is not safe in paediatric patients
PurposeA “cut and push” (CP) approach has been described in the literature for removal of percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) tubes. The aim of...
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Abdominal hernia mesh repair in patients with inflammatory bowel disease: A systematic review
BackgroundPostoperative hernia-repair complications are frequent in patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). This fact challenges surgeons’...
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Endoscopic Evaluation and Management of Late Complications After Bariatric Surgery: a Narrative Review
Despite ongoing evolution in technique and a low mortality rate, clinicians may care for patients who suffer late complications (> 90 days of...
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Challenges in abdominal re-exploration for war casualties following on-site abdominal trauma surgery and subsequent delayed arrival to definitive medical care abroad – an unusual scenario
BackgroundDuring the Syrian civil war, patients were initially treated on-site in Syria and later transferred to medical centers in Israel. Relevant...
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