Reflux, Barrett’s esophagus, and esophageal adenocarcinoma after bariatric surgery Journal Article


Authors: Medina, B.; Molena, D.
Article Title: Reflux, Barrett’s esophagus, and esophageal adenocarcinoma after bariatric surgery
Abstract: We present the case of a patient who developed esophageal adenocarcinoma after a previous laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy. Bariatric surgery has emerged as the most effective treatment option for weight loss and obesity-related diseases; however, sleeve gastrectomy promotes gastroesophageal reflux and leads to Barrett’s esophagus in a substantial portion of patients. The natural history of Barrett’s esophagus in these patients is unknown, and active surveillance is recommended until the incidence of dysplasia and adenocarcinoma in this population is clarified. Management options for these patients include conversion to Roux-en-Y gastric bypass. Although esophagectomy in patients who have previously undergone sleeve gastrectomy may require an alternative conduit, the remnant stomach can be used in carefully selected patients. Here, we review the different weight loss procedures, their effect on gastroesophageal reflux disease and Barrett’s esophagus, and the treatment options for patients with esophageal cancer after sleeve gastrectomy. We report the use of preoperative coil embolization as a means of vascular preconditioning before successful use of a gastric conduit. © The Author(s) 2022.
Keywords: esophageal adenocarcinoma; reflux; bariatric surgery; barrett’s esophagus
Journal Title: Foregut
Volume: 1
Issue: 4
ISSN: 2634-5161
Publisher: Sage Publications  
Date Published: 2021-12-01
Start Page: 393
End Page: 400
Language: English
DOI: 10.1177/26345161211068367
PROVIDER: scopus
PMCID: PMC11031263
PUBMED: 38646141
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Notes: Source: Scopus
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  1. Daniela   Molena
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  2. Benjamin Medina
    16 Medina