Diogo De Moura

BACKGROUND: Sound evidence support the effectiveness of the transoral outlet reduction (TORe) with full-thickness endoscopic suturing (FTS) or argon plasma coagulation (APC) alone to address post-RYGB weight regain…

Two main reasons for a failed EUS- guided hepaticogastrostomy (EUS-HG) are, inability to access the bile ducts due to non-dilated intrahepatic ducts (IHD), and failure of tract dilation due to cirrhosis/ductal scarring or stent passage from misaligned vector forces…

BACKGROUND: Malnutrition is a complication of Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) and can range from micronutrient deficiencies to protein-calorie malnutrition. Malignant neoplasms and certain surgical complications can increase this risk…

BACKGROUND: Malnutrition is a complication of Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) and can range from micronutrient deficiencies to protein-calorie malnutrition. Malignant neoplasms and certain surgical complications can increase this risk…

BACKGROUND: Endoscopic Snare Papillectomy (ESP) is a minimally invasive option for the management of noninvasive ampullary adenomas…

Post-laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG) leaks and fistulas are the most feared complication of the procedure. Despite technical advancements, leaks and fistulas incidence remain significant – affecting 1.9 to 5.3% of patients after LSG, occurring mainly at the Angle of His level…

BACKGROUND AND STUDY AIMS: Endoscopic vacuum therapy (EVT) is recognized as an effective approach for the management of transmural gastrointestinal defects…