Alterations in esophageal motility may occur after placement of an adjustable gastric band as treatment for morbid obesity, near the gastro-esophageal junction. It causes an outlet obstruction, especially during follow-up after the band is filled.
Department of Surgery, University Medical Centre, Utrecht, and Department of Surgery, St Antonius Hospital, Nieuwegein, The Netherlands. jr.djong@hccnet.nl