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Duodenal Switch

Posted On: 04-22-2015
Duodenal Switch

What is a Duodenal Switch?

During a duodenal switch, the stomach is cut vertically to produce a narrow column leading to the duodenum. This creates a smaller stomach in order to reduce foot intake and gastric acid production.

Also Known As:

  • Malabsorption surgery
  • Weight loss surgery
  • Stomach shrinking
  • Obesity surgery

Conditions Treated with a Duodenal Switch:

A duodenal switch is performed in cases of morbid obesity and conditions related to obesity, such as sleep apnea, bladder incontinence, heartburn, arthritis, diabetes mellitus, high cholesterol and hypertension.

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Non-Surgical or Other Surgical Alternatives to a Duodenal Switch:

Losing weight through diet and exercise is a non-surgical alternative to a duodenal switch. Adjustable gastric banding, biliopancreatic diversion and gastric bypass are surgical alternatives to the procedure.

Anesthesia with a Duodenal Switch:

A duodenal switch is performed under general anesthesia, which means that the patient is asleep and completely unaware during the procedure.

Potential Complications from a Duodenal Switch:

Possible risks following a duodenal switch include infection, bleeding and a negative reaction to the anesthesia. It is also possible to experience an incisional hernia and for other digestive organs to be injured.

Prognosis after a Duodenal Switch:

The prognosis for a positive end result following a duodenal switch is good when performed at centers that specialize in the operation.

Recovery from a Duodenal Switch:

Recovery from a duodenal switch takes three to four weeks, or longer.

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