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Left renal vein compression complicating intragastric balloon insertion.
Meriem Boui1, Hammoune Nabil1, Slioui Badr1
1Department of Radiology, Avicenne Military Hospital, Marrakech, Morocco.
Radiology Case Reports
|October 4, 2021
Summary
Gastric balloons for obesity are increasingly used. A rare case of left renal vein compression occurred, resolving after balloon removal, highlighting a potential, though uncommon, complication.
Area of Science:
- Nephrology
- Gastroenterology
- Bariatric Medicine
Background:
- Obesity is a significant public health issue driving demand for weight loss interventions.
- Bariatric procedures, including intragastric balloons, are gaining popularity due to perceived lower risks compared to surgery.
- Renal complications associated with intragastric balloons are exceptionally rare.
Observation:
- A 39-year-old overweight woman experienced lumbar pain and hematuria one month after intragastric balloon placement.
- Clinical presentation suggested a potential complication related to the device.
Findings:
- Imaging confirmed compression of the left renal vein as the cause of symptoms.
- The condition resolved completely following the removal of the intragastric balloon.
Implications:
- This case underscores the importance of considering rare renal complications following intragastric balloon procedures.
- Prompt diagnosis and management, including device removal, are crucial for favorable outcomes.
- Further vigilance is warranted for monitoring potential adverse events in bariatric interventions.
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