Over-the-Scope Clip for Treating Chronic Bariatric Surgery Leaks Refractory to Prior Endoscopic Therapies: Experience From a Bariatric Center of Excellence

Key Points

• Chronic leaks healed in 75% of cases using the over-the-scope clip, indicating strong outcomes in leak management.
• A total of 20 patients treated with the clip experienced significant recovery within three months.
• Assessment of the over-the-scope clip's effectiveness was conducted at a recognized bariatric center.
• Findings highlight the need for alternative treatments in cases where traditional endoscopic methods fail.