Fixation of Roux Limb and Duodenal Stump Effects the Prevention of Peterson’s Internal Hernia and Roux Stasis Syndrome After Laparoscopic Distal Gastrectomy
Abstract:Background Roux-en-Y (R-Y) reconstruction is a standard option for reconstruction after laparoscopic distal gastrectomy (LDG). Though this technique takes more time than Billroth I (B-I) reconstruction, leakage is rare, and it is useful for management of a small remnant stomach. Complications occur and include Petersen’s hernia and Roux stasis syndrome. Petersen’s hernia is a rare complication that results in significant morbidity and poor quality of life.Here we report a case series of a simple and effective … Show more
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