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Complications other than DS after LGB.
| Complication | Number of patients (n) | Treatment |
|---|---|---|
| Bleeding | 2 | Surgical |
| Cholelithiasis | 1 | Cholecystectomy |
| G-J anastomotic ulcer | 2 | PPI |
| Intra-abdominal abscess | 4 | Surgical |
| Internal hernia | 1 | Surgical |
| Anastomotic stenosis | 5 | Surgical/endoscopic |
| Perforation of the gastric remnant | 1 | Surgical |
| Vitamin B1 deficiency | 2 | Supplementation |
| Vitamin B12 deficiency | 3 | Supplementation |
| Fistula of G-J anastomosis | 1 | Surgical |
| Total | 22 |
