Afferent loop syndrome (ALS) arising from a benign cause, presenting in the absence of mechanical obstruction. This specific presentation calls for a targeted, non-surgical management strategy distinct from obstruction-driven protocols.
Management in this setting centres on an endoscopic decompression technique applied to the afferent loop. The structured protocol specifies the procedure, approach, and duration — access it in full below.
Relief of symptoms.
Endoscopic nasoenteral tube decompression has been employed for ALS in patients with a benign etiology in the absence of mechanical obstruction.
All 23 patients underwent successful endoscopic nasoenteral tube decompression, with relief of symptoms.
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