Background: Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGBP) has been demonstrated to be an effective treatment for weight loss in the morbidly obese. Numerous variations of the RYGBP have been performed, including placing a ring proximal to the gastric outlet. This ring in RYGBP is intended to decrease pouch dilation and limit weight regain. We reviewed our experience in laparoscopic re-operation after open banded RYGBP.
Methods: All charts of patients who underwent laparoscopic revisional bariatric surgery were reviewed. Patients who had laparoscopic removal of the band following the open banded RYGBP were reviewed in this study.
Results: There were 4 patients who had laparoscopic removal of the band. The indication in all patients was dysphagia and emesis. The ring removed was a silicone band (1) and a large braided non-absorbable suture (3). After the laparoscopic reoperation, there was immediate relief. There has been an average of 5.8 kg weight regain at average follow-up of 30 months.
Conclusions: This complication after open banded RYGBP may require operative intervention. Laparoscopic removal of a band is feasible and safe.
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