Establishing Methods of Defect Closure in Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass: an International Survey.

Introduction: Internal herniation (IH) can be a life-threatening complication of Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB). Randomised controlled trials support the routine closure of mesenteric spaces at RYGB. However, there is currently no consensus on the method of closure in clinical practice.

A retrospective comparison of early results of conversion of failed gastric banding to sleeve gastrectomy or gastric bypass.

Background: Laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding (LAGB) is associated with high long-term failure rates requiring conversion to alternative procedures. Operative conversion to laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG) or laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric (LRYGB) bypass is associated with higher complication rates than primary procedures.

Objectives: To compare results for converting failed LAGB to LSG versus LRYGB.