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Anastomotic Stenosis (Stricture) After Gastric Bypass Surgery
After gastric bypass surgery for weight loss, the new connection between the stomach pouch and the small intestine may narrow. This is called an anastomotic stenosis. It’s also known as a stricture.
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Afferent Loop Syndrome
Afferent loop syndrome is a complication of certain types of stomach surgery.
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Efferent Loop Syndrome
Efferent loop syndrome is one of two "loop syndromes" that can happen after some types of gastric surgery. Read about its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.
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Risks of Bariatric Surgery: Anemia
Anemia is when your blood has lower levels of red blood cells, or your red blood cells don't have enough of the protein hemoglobin. Hemoglobin carries oxygen, which is sent around the body through blood. Anemia may occur after weight-loss surgery (bariatric surgery).
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Cervical Spondylosis
Cervical spondylosis is a type of arthritis that affects your neck. This condition becomes more common with age, and most people who are older than 60 have it.
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Toxic Megacolon
A toxic megacolon is a rare yet life-threatening complication of severe colon disease or infection. It is diagnosed when your colon has expanded by more than 5 to 6 centimeters.
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Acute Pancreatitis
Pancreatitis is inflammation of the pancreas. It can be caused by gallstones, alcohol consumption, and certain medicines, among other causes.
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Metastatic Brain Tumors
Sometimes brain tumors start in the lung, breast, skin, kidney, or other body parts and spread to the brain. These are called secondary or metastatic brain tumors.
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Achilles Tendon Injuries
Achilles tendon injuries affect the Achilles tendon, a fibrous band of tissue that links the muscles in your calf to your heel. Learn more about these injuries, including what causes it, who is at risk, what the symptoms are, and how it's diagnosed and treated.
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