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  • Title: Gastric bezoars after adjustable gastric banding.
    Author: Veronelli A, Ranieri R, Laneri M, Montorsi M, Bianchi P, Cosentino F, Paganelli M, Pontiroli AE.
    Journal: Obes Surg; 2004; 14(6):796-7. PubMed ID: 15318984.
    Abstract:
    BACKGROUND: Gastric bezoars may develop in the proximal pouch after gastric restriction. METHODS: Of 299 patients who underwent laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding (LAGB), 4 developed gastric bezoars at different intervals after surgery (24 days, 8 months, 18 months, and 6 years). RESULTS: Symptoms of high dysphagia and vomiting occurred in all 4 patients. Removal of the bezoars via endoscopy was uneventful, and all patients have maintained their gastric band. Patients were emphasized to avoid rapid intake of high-residue cellulose foods, and to achieve complete mastication. No bezoar has recurred in these patients at 7 to 75 months further follow-up. CONCLUSION: Gastric bezoar should be considered after LAGB if the patient complains of persistent high fullness and vomiting.
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