A Rare Encounter of Postoperative Abscess Not Linked to Staple Line in Sleeve Gastrectomy: A Case Report and Literature Review.

Sleeve gastrectomy is a common bariatric procedure known for its safety and effectiveness, but postoperative complications like abscess formation, though rare, can occur. We report the case of a 37-year-old female who presented with atypical abdominal pain following a sleeve gastrectomy. Imaging revealed an abscess located away from the staple line.