A Case Report of Intussusception After Gastric Bypass

Area of Science:

• Gastroenterology
• Bariatric Surgery
• Surgical Complications

Background:

• Gastric bypass surgery is a common bariatric procedure.
• Late complications after gastric bypass are infrequent but can be serious.
• Intussusception is a rare but significant cause of intestinal obstruction.

Observation:

• A 53-year-old woman presented with acute abdominal pain and vomiting.
• The patient had undergone a gastric bypass procedure in 2011.
• Computed tomography (CT) scan revealed findings consistent with intussusception.

Findings:

• Laparoscopy confirmed intussusception at the jejuno-jejunal anastomosis.
• No intestinal necrosis was observed.
• Surgical intervention included adhesiolysis and revision of the anastomosis.

Implications:

• This case highlights intussusception as a potential late complication of gastric bypass.
• Early diagnosis using CT imaging is crucial for timely intervention.
• Surgical management can effectively resolve intussusception and lead to positive patient outcomes.