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Intussusception after Roux-en-Y gastric bypass in Pregnancy
Antoine Poirier1, Laurent Brunaud1, Claire Nominé Criqui1
1Department of Visceral, Metabolic and Cancer Surgery, Hôpital Brabois Adultes, CHRU de Nancy, rue du Morvan, 54511 Vandœuvre-lès-Nancy, France.
Acute intestinal intussusception is a rare pregnancy complication after Roux-en-Y gastric bypass. Early surgery, with obstetrician collaboration, is crucial to prevent bowel resection and fetal issues.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology and Obstetrics
Background:
- Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) is a common bariatric procedure.
- Pregnancy following RYGB presents unique surgical challenges.
- Acute intestinal intussusception is a rare but serious complication.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the occurrence of acute intestinal intussusception in pregnant patients post-RYGB.
- To emphasize the importance of timely surgical intervention.
Main Methods:
- Case review of pregnant patients experiencing acute intestinal intussusception after RYGB.
- Analysis of diagnostic and management strategies.
Main Results:
- Acute intestinal intussusception during pregnancy after RYGB is infrequent.
- Prompt surgical intervention is associated with better outcomes.
Conclusions:
- Early surgical management, in conjunction with obstetric care, is vital.
- This approach minimizes risks of small bowel resection and adverse fetal outcomes.
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