# Alimentary Limb Obstruction Following One Anastomosis Gastric Bypass Due to a V-loc™ Suture

## TL;DR

A rare case of intestinal blockage caused by a surgical suture after a weight-loss surgery is reported, emphasizing the need for awareness of such complications.

## Contribution

This case report introduces a rare complication of V-Loc™ suture-induced obstruction following one anastomosis gastric bypass.

## Key findings

- A bariatric patient developed mechanical obstruction due to a V-Loc™ suture in the alimentary limb.
- Diagnostic laparoscopy confirmed the suture-induced obstruction after inconclusive imaging and endoscopy.
- The patient recovered well after surgical intervention.

## Abstract

This case highlights a rare postoperative complication after one anastomosis gastric bypass (OAGB) in a bariatric patient. A middle-aged adult woman presented with recurrent abdominal symptoms due to mechanical obstruction of the alimentary limb caused by a V-Loc™ suture (Medtronic plc, Dublin, Ireland). Despite prior inconclusive imaging and endoscopy, diagnostic laparoscopy identified the obstruction. The patient recovered well postoperatively. This case underscores the importance of clinical vigilance and awareness of potential complications associated with surgical sutures in bariatric procedures.