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Hiatal hernia surgery leads to woman's death

Surgeons have to consider all potential causes when there are problems after an operation

Volvulus is a medical emergency involving twisted intestines, and a delay in treatment can be deadly

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

Medical research shows that bariatric surgery helps patients keep weight off long-term, but it is not a risk-free remedy

Gastric volvulus can twist your stomach around like a phone cord

Gastric balloon systems have been associated with five deaths since 2016

Some bariatric surgeons provide inadequate dietary counseling and support, setting up their patients for failure

Experts recommend weight loss surgery before reaching BMI of 40, but our lawsuit experience highlights common complications

Surgeon delayed diagnosis and treatment of hole in stomach of gastric sleeve patient, leaving her with a feeding tube

Cleveland Clinic study highlight the risk of minimizing symptoms like pain and nausea after bariatric surgery