Endoscopic management of complications after sleeve gastrectomy: a narrative review

Abstract

Sleeve gastrectomy (SG) has become the most widely performed bariatric procedure globally due to its technical simplicity and proven efficacy. However, complications following SG, including bleeding, leakage, fistulas, stenosis, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and hiatal hernia (HH), remain a significant concern. Endoscopic interventions have emerged as valuable minimally invasive alternatives to traditional surgical approaches for managing these complications. This review aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the endoscopic management strategies available for addressing the various complications encountered after SG, emphasizing their critical role in optimizing patient outcomes.

Keywords

Endoscopy / sleeve gastrectomy / complications / leakage / fistula / stenosis / gastroesophageal reflux disease

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