Publication Name	World Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery
Manuscript ID	114041
Country	Taiwan

Category	Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Manuscript Type	Case Report
Article Title	Successful treatment of gastrobronchial fistula following laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy: A case report and review of literature
Manuscript Source	Unsolicited Manuscript
All Author List	Kai-Ho Fang, Hao-Ming Chang and Ti-Hui Wu
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Corresponding Author	Ti-Hui Wu, Assistant Professor, MD, PhD, Division of Thoracic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical University, No. 325, Section 2, Chenggong Road, Nei Hu, Taipei 114, Taiwan. cstsgh1978@gmail.com
Key Words	Sleeve gastrectomy; Bariatric surgery; Gastric leak; Gastrobronchial fistula; Gastropleural fistula; Endoscopic vacuum therapy; Stent; Case report
Core Tip	Treatment for gastropleural fistula/gastrobronchial fistula ranges from minimally invasive endoscopic procedures to major surgical interventions. Endoscopic therapy, such as endoscopic vacuum therapy and self-expandable metallic stent placement, is an increasingly favored initial treatment of gastrobronchial fistula due to its safety and efficacy. In complex or refractory cases a combined or stepwise approach can achieve successful closure while avoiding the morbidity of extensive surgery.
Citation	Fang KH, Chang HM, Wu TH. Successful treatment of gastrobronchial fistula following laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy: A case report and review of literature. World J Gastrointest Surg 2025; In press

Received	2025-09-10 08:31
Peer-Review Started	2025-09-10 08:31
First Decision by Editorial Office Director	2025-10-13 05:18
Return for Revision	2025-10-13 05:18
Revised	2025-10-23 14:31
Publication Fee Transferred	2025-10-27 12:57
Second Decision by Editor	2025-12-01 02:51
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Final Decision by Editorial Office Director	2025-12-02 11:02
Articles in Press	2025-12-02 11:02
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