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Gastric Bypass (RNY)Duodenal Switch
| Gastric Bypass (RNY) | Duodenal Switch |
|---|---|
| · A small pouch of the stomach is connected to a segment of small bowel- No stomach removed | · Approximately 75% of the stomach is removed (irreversible) |
| · Full absorption of Fat, Protein and Carbohydrate take place | · The small bowel is rerouted to limit Fat and Protein absorption |
| · Gallbladder not removed | · Gallbladder removed |
To compare other surgical procedures, click headings below.
- Normal Anatomy to Duodenal Switch
- Normal Anatomy to Sleeve Gastrectomy
- Normal Anatomy to Gastric Bypass (RNY)
- Sleeve Gastrectomy to Duodenal Switch
- Gastric Bypass (RNY) to Duodenal Switch
- Adjus. Gastric Band to Sleeve Gastrectomy
- Normal Anatomy to SADI (Single-anastomosis duodenoileal bypass)
- Duodenal Switch to SADI ( Single-anastomosis duodenoileal bypass)