Use of an Endoscopic Suturing Platform for the Management of Staple Line Dehiscence After Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy

ConclusionEndoscopic suturing may have a role in the management of leaks following LSG, as a primary treatment or as an adjunct to treatment with a stent. However, given that the technique requires considerable endoscopic expertise and in light of a number of other available therapeutic choices, further studies are required to better define the role of this technology in the algorithm of LSG-related leak management.
Source: Obesity Surgery - Category: Surgery Source Type: research