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Like any other major surgical procedure there is bound to be various risks and complications associated with the biliopancreatic diversion and there is. The number one danger that is associated with the biliopancreatic diversion is of course the nutrient deficiency which is cause by the rerouting of the intestines in such a way as to separate the flow of food from the pancreatic juices and bile which helps the body to digest and absorb the nutrient in the food. Almost all patients of a biliopancreatic diversion will be required to take the necessary supplements such as vitamins A, D, K and E. The patients may also have to take iron as well as calcium supplements due to the possibility of osteoporosis and anemia.
Out of the possible complications and risks associated with the biliopancreatic diversion the chance of a patient having risks like postoperative death, hemorrhaging, a pulmonary embolism, thrombo-phlebitis or even an infradiafragmatic abscess is rare but they do happen especially in the early period after the completion of the biliopancreatic diversion procedure. There may also be the chance of other early complications like leakage due to erosion of the gastric staples, small bowel occlusions as well as infections at the incision points.
Furthermore these complications and risks are not limited to early formed issues but may also occur several years after the surgery. These later complications and risks associated with a biliopancreatic diversion can include things like a stomal ulcer and even anemia in menstruating women. There is also the chance of other long term complications associated with the biliopancreatic diversion which can include things like osteomalacia, protein malnutrition and liver problems usually caused by a hepatic liver failure which can be fatal. There is also the possibility of side effects and risks like soft stools, anorexia nervosa, acute hepatic failures as well as peritonitis.
These side effects, risks and complications associated with a biliopancreatic diversion still only accounts for 10% of all patients as the remaining 90% are more than pleased with the final results. It is important to note however that the biliopancreatic diversion should not be considered to be a miracle cure for obesity and full commitment to the postoperative plan is a requirement for the procedure. |
