![]() ![]() ![]() The first portion of the small intestine is divided and connected to the newly created stomach pouch. In gastric bypass surgery, a small stomach pouch is created by dividing the top of the stomach from the rest of the stomach. BPD-DS will not eliminate your desire for food completely, but many people eat because it is time not because they feel hungry. This combination of restriction and malabsorption creates a rapid weight loss. Additionally, by shortening the path food travels through in your intestine you absorb fewer calories. What are the benefits of duodenal switch surgery?ĭuodenal switch surgery provides the highest average expected weight loss available among bariatric procedures and offers the best chance of curing diabetes (up to 98%).Īfter surgery, the stomach is roughly the size and shape of a banana and can hold approximately 3 ounces of food, as compared to the average stomach which can hold up to 4 cups of volume. Duodenal switch surgery affects hormones in the gut to reduce hunger, increase satiety (satisfied feeling of being full after eating) and help control blood sugar to effectively treat diabetes. This causes the body to absorb fewer calories and nutrients. The outlet of the newly created stomach pouch is then connected to the last portion of the small intestine called the duodenum.įood empties directly into the duodenum, bypassing about ¾ of the small intestine. Then, a small, tubular stomach pouch is created. This combination of treatments is a proven, effective way to lose weight and improve weight-related health issues.īiliopancreatic diversion with duodenal switch (BPD-DS) surgery is a 2-part procedure in which approximately 75-80% of the stomach is removed (similar to the gastric sleeve surgery). Duodenal switch surgery is a weight-loss procedure that combines the principles of restriction and malabsorption by making the stomach smaller and rerouting the intestines. ![]()
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