Complications associated with laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy
| Complication | Chronicity | Diagnosis | Management |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hemorrhage | Acute | Physical findings, serial CBC | Transfusion with or without laparoscopy/laparotomy |
| Leak | Acute/chronic | Physical findings, UGI series | Drainage (infrared laparoscopy), antibiotics with or without stenting and/or repair |
| Abscess | Chronic | CT scan, ultrasound | Drainage, antibiotics |
| Stricture | Chronic | Endoscopy, UGI series | Endoscopy (dilatation), surgery (seroyotomy) |
| Nutrient deficiency | Chronic | Physical findings, blood work | Nutritional supplements |
| GERD | Chronic | History, endoscopy | Treatment with proton pump inhibitor |
CBC = complete blood count; CT = computed tomography; GERD = gastroesophageal reflux disease; UGI = upper gastrointestinal.