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A nutrition problem solved by a two-step endoscopic removal of a non-adjustable gastric band
Christer D Johansen1, Jan Norum1,2, Bernt E Engebretsen1,2
1Department of Surgery, Finnmark Hospital, Hammerfest, Norway.
Abstract:
Bariatric surgery is an effective approach for weight loss and short-term improvement in metabolic disorders. Stenosis is a common complication of gastric banding. Balloon dilatation or gastrotomy has been employed in this setting. Few studies have indicated endoscopic removal of the band a feasible procedure. We present a 60-year-old female who underwent gastric banding in 1985 and suffered from late stenosis and malnutrition. Endoscopy revealed a severe stenosis. A two-step procedure was performed. Initially a coated stent was placed into the stenosis to achieve pressure necrosis. Two weeks later, the stent was removed and the band was removed endoscopically. The procedure was performed without any complications. The patient was discharged the next day. A follow-up after 2 months revealed no problems with stenosis or malnutrition. The procedure was a safe, efficient and convenient way of handling late stenosis after gastric banding.
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