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Transanal Repair of an an astomotic Defect Using Transanal Minimally Invasive Surgery (TAMIS)
Jadd Koury, MD, Scott Goldstein, MD Thomas Jefferson University Anastomotic leaks resulting from a low anterior resection (LAR) remain a vexing problem. While many leaks will close with time, some leaks require resection and reanastomosis. Resecting a prior low anastomosis is a major undertaking and is best avoided when possible. We offer a novel technique… Continue Reading
Laparoscopic Conversion from Roux en Y Gastric Bypass to Loop Duodenal Switch for Weight Regain
Mitchell Roslin, MD, Brian Mitzman, MD North Shore LIJ/Lenox Hill Hospital We present a case of an African American female who underwent a laparoscopic roux en y gastric bypass nine years previously. She initially went from a weight of 380 pounds down to approximately 200 pounds. She presented to us after regaining a large portion… Continue Reading
Revisional Bariatric Surgery: Perioperative Morbidity is Determined by the Type of Procedure
Kishore Malireddy, MD, Ryan Phillips, BS, Evon Zoog, BS, Timothy Kuwada, MD, Keith Gersin, MD, Dimitrios Stefanidis, MD, PhD Carolinas Healthcare System, CMC-Mercy Introduction: Revisional bariatric procedures are on the rise and are expected to continue increasing given the high number of primary procedures being performed in the US. The higher complexity of these procedures… Continue Reading
