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Hiatal Hernia and Reflux Following Bariatric Surgery

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Each bariatric surgical procedure has advantages and disadvantages in regard to potential postsurgical complications, including gastroesophageal reflux and hiatal hernia development. The most commonly performed bariatric procedures include laparoscopic placement of adjustable gastric band (LAGB), laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (LAGB), and laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG). In order to minimize postoperative complications, patient risk factors for complications associated with bariatric surgery should be identified and mitigated through preoperative assessment and consultation. This chapter reviews the stages of preoperative assessment for bariatric procedures, different surgical considerations and complications associated with LAGB, RYGB, and SG, and the appropriate management of these complications.

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  1. Department of Surgery, University of Nebraska Medical Center, 986245 Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE, USA

    Dietric L. Hennings & Dmitry Oleynikov M.D., F.A.C.S.

  2. Department of General Surgery, Oregon Health and Science University, Portland, OR, USA

    Patrick J. McLaren

  3. Department of General Surgery, Swedish Medical Center, Seattle, WA, USA

    Samer G. Mattar

  4. Center for Advanced Surgical Technology, University of Nebraska Medical Center, 986245 Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE, USA

    Dmitry Oleynikov M.D., F.A.C.S.

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Hennings, D.L., McLaren, P.J., Mattar, S.G., Oleynikov, D. (2018). Hiatal Hernia and Reflux Following Bariatric Surgery. In: Oleynikov, D., Fisichella, P. (eds) A Mastery Approach to Complex Esophageal Diseases. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-75795-7_4

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