Classification of Johari et al for Leak Following a Sleeve Gastrectomy

Johari et al reported a classification for a leak associated with a sleeve gastrectomy. The authors are from multiple institutions in Australia.

Patient selection: status post sleeve gastrectomy

Patient evaluation: CT or MRI studies with specified views

Parameters:

(1) phlegmon along staple line

(2) fluid collection

(3) contrast leak

(4) chronic fistula

Parameter	Secondary Finding	Class
phlegmon along staple line		1a
	small localized gas	1b
fluid collection	localized gas	2a
	extensive fluid and gas	2b
contrast leak	contained	3a
	free (leak into peritoneal cavity)	3b
chronic fistula		4

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