Laparoscopic Duodenal Switch
This is a major operation that combines restriction and malabsorption. Performed as a keyhole (laparoscopic) procedure the stomach is reduced in size to provide restriction and in addition the majority of the small bowel is ‘bypassed’ resulting in significant malabsorption. While excellent weight loss is achieved through this procedure, it also comes with increased risks particularly protein malnutrition, and require life long dietary supplements. This specialised procedure it ideally suited to the super obese.
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Laparoscopic Gastric BandingLaparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass
Laparoscopic Duodenal Switch
Consultants who perform obesity surgery
Mr Ameet Patel www.londonwls.co.uk
Mr John Rogers www.gordcentre.org
Further information regarding bariatric surgery can be found on:
www.bospa.org
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