ASGE Annual Postgraduate Course: Clinical Challenges and Real-Time Decision Making in GI Endoscopy (Live and Virtual) | May 2023-Session 8 - Video Based Lecture 2

Session 8 - Video Based Lecture 2 - Post Bariatric Surgical Complications

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Video Summary

In this video, the speaker discusses different types of bariatric surgeries, including sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass, and long limb bypass. The speaker goes into detail about complications such as anastomotic ulcers, stenoses, leaks, fistulas, and weight regain that can occur after these surgeries. They explain the etiology, diagnosis, and treatment options for each complication. Treatment options include medication, over-sewing ulcers, balloon dilation for stenoses, use of stents or clips for leaks and fistulas, and endoscopic procedures for weight regain. The speaker emphasizes the importance of considering the chronicity, location, and size of the complications when choosing treatment options. They also mention that endoscopic therapy is less invasive than surgical alternatives and encourages healthcare professionals to continue building their skills in this area. No credits were provided in the video.

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Christopher C. Thompson, MD, MHES, MSc, FASGE

Keywords

bariatric surgeries

complications

treatment options

endoscopic therapy

healthcare professionals