Management of Staple Line Leaks Following Sleeve Gastrectomy-a Systematic Review.
Daniel Llwyd HughesIoan HughesAchal KhannaPublished in: Obesity surgery (2020)
Prompt identification and adequate source control are crucial to successfully manage a staple line leak following sleeve gastrectomy. Treatment options are influenced by the clinical status of the patient. A stepwise treatment escalation approach is required to improve outcomes.