Hiatal hernia surgery leads to woman's death
Surgeons have to consider all potential causes when there are problems after an operation
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Bariatric weight loss surgery
Volvulus misdiagnosis, delayed treatment, and negligence
Volvulus is a medical emergency involving twisted intestines, and a delay in treatment can be deadly
Bariatric/weight loss surgery malpractice and malnutrition
There is a significant risk of malnutrition after some types of bariatric procedures, but some surgeons tend to ignore the signs until it is too late
Bariatric weight-loss surgery benefits, risks, and medical malpractice
Medical research shows that bariatric surgery helps patients keep weight off long-term, but it is not a risk-free remedy
Bariatric surgery medical malpractice can cause gastric obstructions and volvulus
Gastric volvulus can twist your stomach around like a phone cord
FDA issues warning on gastric balloon weight-loss procedures
Gastric balloon systems have been associated with five deaths since 2016
The importance of diet in bariatric surgery success stories
Some bariatric surgeons provide inadequate dietary counseling and support, setting up their patients for failure
Timing is important for bariatric surgery
Experts recommend weight loss surgery before reaching BMI of 40, but our lawsuit experience highlights common complications
Weight loss surgery has dangerous potential complications
Surgeon delayed diagnosis and treatment of hole in stomach of gastric sleeve patient, leaving her with a feeding tube
Two tips for a better weight loss surgery outcome
Cleveland Clinic study highlight the risk of minimizing symptoms like pain and nausea after bariatric surgery