What are the most serious complications of bariatric surgery?
All major surgeries have certain common potential complications whether it be bleeding, infection, or injury to internal organs. The most serious complications specific to Gastric Bypass procedures include leakage and peritonitis. When the intestines are sewn together, this connection normally heals quickly. If not, a leak of intestinal contents can occur, and this can cause peritonitis and possible death. This happens to be the most common cause of death in bariatric patients nationwide and is more common when the surgery is done laparoscopically.
