Laparoscopic removal of gastric balloon after failure of endoscopic retrieval

Abstract

Highlights Delayed extraction of gastric balloons increase rate of complications. Failure of endoscopic retrieval is a rare complication. Laparoscopic retrieval of gastric balloon is an option in the management.

Letter to the Editor: Experience of Endoscopic Intra-Gastric Balloons Removal During COVID-19 Pandemic in 98 Patients

“…Intragastric balloons had been designed to remain in the stomach for 6 months. Delayed intragastric balloon removal is one of the time-sensitive procedures that carry an increased risk of complications, e.g., migration [6]. Two of our patients with overdue intragastric balloons, encountered migration and both presented to emergency with small bowel obstruction.…”