Nirali Shah MS, Presenter: Nothing to Disclose

Alan Tieu BS, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Lina Kennedy, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Andre J. G. Duerinckx MD, PhD, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Terrence Fullum, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Bonnie Clarissa Davis MD, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Obesity has been declared an epidemic by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Bariatric surgery has become an attractive alternative for weight reduction. These procedures, however, are not without complications. Imaging plays a vital role, detecting both immediate and delayed complications with potential life-saving results.  

This educational exhibit will review the following in detail: 1) The most common bariatric surgical procedures: Roux-en-Y bypass, laparoscopic adjustable gastric band, and sleeve gastrectomy; 2) Normal post-surgical anatomy, utilizing both fluoroscopy and CT imaging; 3) The imaging of common post-surgical complications; and 4) The potential role of 3-dimensional imaging following bariatric surgery.  

The rising incidence of bariatric surgical procedures underscores the utility of imaging in understanding the complexity of the post-surgical anatomy and potential complications. This educational exhibit will equip radiologists with the tools to provide state of the art and personalized care for patients following bariatric surgery. 

Shah, N, Tieu, A, Kennedy, L, Duerinckx, A, Fullum, T, Davis, B, Imaging after Bariatric Surgery: A Review of Postsurgical Anatomy and Complications.  Radiological Society of North America 2011 Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting, November 26 - December 2, 2011 ,Chicago IL. http://archive.rsna.org/2011/11010156.html