Mesenteric vein thrombosis after laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy

Area of Science:

• Gastroenterology
• Vascular Surgery
• Bariatric Surgery

Background:

• Mesenteric vein thrombosis (MVT) is an uncommon but serious complication following bariatric surgery.
• Obesity is a significant risk factor for venous thromboembolic events.

Purpose of the Study:

• To report a case of MVT after laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy.
• To highlight the importance of considering MVT in the differential diagnosis of abdominal pain post-bariatric procedures.

Main Methods:

• Case report of a 47-year-old male patient.
• Literature review on MVT as a complication of bariatric surgery.

Main Results:

• The patient developed MVT 14 days after laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy.
• Successful treatment with heparin anticoagulation was achieved.
• Literature review confirmed MVT as a potential complication.

Conclusions:

• Mesenteric vein thrombosis should be considered in the differential diagnosis of abdominal pain after bariatric surgery.
• MVT must be formally recognized as a complication of bariatric procedures.