Fig. 23.1 Biliopancreatic diversion with duodenal switch Malabsorption of calories and nutrients occurs via two mechanisms. First, the bile and pancreatic fluids and other digestive enzymes eventually join the ingested…

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Fig. 20.1 Roux-en-Y gastric bypass 20.3 Creation of the Biliary Pancreatic Limb The most proximal portion of the small bowel is located and then measured approximately 50 cm distally where…

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Fig. 17.1 Sleeve gastrectomy. The excluded stomach will be removed and discarded 17.4 Leak Testing and Closure Once resection is complete, the staple line is inspected for defects and bleeding….

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