Corresponding author:
Dana Albassam
Pediatric Pulmonary Section, Children Specialized Hospital, King Fahad
Medical City.
PO BOX 59046
Riyadh 11525
00966556607030
Email:
dana.albassam@gmail.com
Abstract: Gastropleural fistula (GPF) is a pathological
communication between the stomach and the pleura. Here we describe the
first case of pediatric GPF secondary to sleeve gastectomy that was
which was managed endoscopically with an over the scope clip (OVESCO)
after failure of surgical repair.
Key words: gastropleural fistula, sleeve gastrectomy,
endoscopy, over the scope clip.