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duodenal switch |
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duodenal switch, a surgical treatment for morbid obesity consisting of resection of the greater curvature of the stomach, leaving in place the pylorus and a little of the duodenum, which are anastomosed to the ileum. The rest of the duodenum and jejunum simply empty their secretions into the distal ileum through a new anastomosis. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| The list of nationally-covered procedures now includes open and laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding, and open and laparoscopic biliopancreatic diversion with duodenal switch. Power 106's (KPWR-FM, Los Angeles) Big Boy in the Morning is scheduled to undergo a surgical procedure called the Duodenal Switch on November 26 at the Advanced Obesity Surgery Center in Woodstock, Georgia. |
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