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- Fistula development is a rare but known complication after Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgery.
- The symptoms can vary widely, making diagnosis difficult.
- The case discussed involves a patient who experienced gastrojejunal fistula formation following the surgery.
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Fistula development is an uncommon but well-recognized complication following Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB). The broad spectrum of clinical presentation represents a challenge at the time of diagnosis. We present the case of a patient who developed gastrojejunal fistulization after gastric bypass surgery.
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