Endoscopy 2017; 49(01): v4
DOI: 10.1055/s-0042-117585
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09 January 2017 (online)

Mati Shnell et al. Use of endoscopic septotomy for the treatment of late staple-line leaks after laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy


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Staple-line leak following laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy is a potentially serious adverse event. In a small series, the authors describe the technique of endoscopic septotomy and sleeve stricture dilation for late and chronic leaks and demonstrate its safety and excellent clinical outcomes.