ArticleWorld journal of gastrointestinal surgery2025
Prevalence of Barrett's esophagus and gastroesophageal reflux disease 5 years after laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy: A retrospective study.
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- Longitudinal Evolution of Gastric Sleeve Anatomy and its Association with Esophagitis Progression Following Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy.Obesity surgery · 2026Article
- Association of GERD with Sleeve Gastrectomy: An Unintended Consequence.Current diabetes reports · 2026Review
- Erosive Esophagitis Unveiled: A Retrospective Study of Epidemiology and Endoscopic Findings in Qassim, Saudi Arabia.Cureus · 2025Article
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Abstract
backgroundObesity is a significant global health concern, with laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG) being the most commonly performed bariatric surgery in the Middle East, including Saudi Arabia, due to its simplicity and effectiveness in achieving weight loss. However, the long-term effects of LSG on gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and Barrett's esophagus (BE) remain areas of active investigation.
aimTo determine the prevalence of GERD and BE 5 years post-LSG in a Saudi Arabian population.
methodsA retrospective cohort study was conducted at a tertiary bariatric referral center in Saudi Arabia. Patients who underwent LSG 5 years prior and completed postoperative gastroscopy were included. Data on demographics, comorbidities, GERD symptoms, and endoscopic findings were extracted. GERD was defined clinically, esophagitis was graded per the Los Angeles classification, and BE was defined histologically. Multivariate logistic regression was used to identify predictors of GERD, endoscopic esophagitis (EE), and BE.
resultsThe study included 114 patients (mean age: 44 years; 61% female). GERD prevalence increased from 16% preoperatively to 64% 5 years post-LSG, with 54% of cases representing
conclusionThis study highlights the significant increase in GERD and EE prevalence 5 years post-LSG, with a relatively low but notable incidence of BE. The findings underscore the need for long-term endoscopic surveillance, particularly for older patients, even in populations with lower baseline.
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