Abstract
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Describe a Biliopancreatic Diversion with Duodenal Switch procedure.
Identify the risk of developing thrombosis of the portomesenteric veins post bariatric surgery.
Explain the role that ultrasound can play in diagnosing superior mesenteric vein (SMV) thrombosis.
What is a body mass index (BMI) of >30 known as? A. Normal weight B. Overweight C. Obesity D. Morbid obesity
When do most cases of portomesenteric vein thrombosis (PVT) occur? A. 2-4 days post operation B. 6-8 days post operation C. 2-4 weeks post operation D. 6-8 weeks post operation
Figure 3 demonstrates the absence of flow in the proximal portion of the stent, with flow present in the: A. Hepatic vein B. Portal vein C. Superior mesenteric vein D. Inferior mesenteric vein
What modality most often diagnoses superior mesenteric vein (SMV) thrombosis? A. Ultrasound B. MRI C. Non-contrast-enhanced CT D. Contrast-enhanced CT
What is the percentage rate of patency of an SMV stent at 1 year? A. 65.9% B. 79.1% C. 81% D. 90%
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