Biliopancreatic limb obstruction after laparoscopic Roux‐en‐Y gastric bypass: a rare and potentially fatal condition. Issue 10 (8th September 2017)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Saurabh, Shireesh
• Is Part Of: Clinical case reports. Volume 5:Issue 10(2017)
• Page Start: 1730
• Page End: 1731
• Publication Date: 2017-09-08
• Subjects: Biliopancreatic limb -- internal hernia -- laparoscopic Roux‐en‐Y gastric bypass -- morbid obesity -- small bowel obstruction; Medicine -- Periodicals; 616.09
• DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.1170
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2050-0904

Abstract

Key Clinical Message: Biliopancreatic limb obstruction after laparoscopic Roux‐en‐Y gastric bypass is a challenging diagnosis as the symptoms are very nonspecific. CT scan is the optimal study for evaluation. Early diagnosis and treatment is essential in reducing the morbidity and mortality associated with this condition. Abstract : Biliopancreatic limb obstruction after laparoscopic Roux‐en‐Y gastric bypass is a challenging diagnosis as the symptoms are very nonspecific. CT scan is the optimal study for evaluation. Early diagnosis and treatment is essential in reducing the morbidity and mortality associated with this condition.