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Open vs Laparoscopic Surgery
There are two possible surgical approaches when having the Duodenal Switch procedure. Find out the differences between open and laparoscopic surgery.
Duodenal Switch Risks and Complications
When researching weight loss surgery it is important to be aware of the possible risks and complications.
Duodenal Switch Vs. SADI, SIPS, Loop DS
SADI, SIPS and Single anastomosis Loop DS are not equivalents of the standard DS operation. In fact, from a physiologic perspective, the dissimilarities are more notable than the similarities when it comes to the theoretical weight loss mechanisms that are involved.
Performing Duodenal Switch
Why don’t all bariatric surgeons perform Duodenal Switch? Is Duodenal Switch a more complicated procedure than Gastric Bypass?
Duodenal Switch Procedure
A detailed explanation of the duodenal switch procedure for weight loss.
History of Duodenal Switch
The history of Duodenal Switch uncovers why DS is often confused with other weight loss surgery procedures and how it has evolved into the procedure it is today.
Comparison of DS and RNY
A complete comparison of DS and RNY bariatric procedures.
Duodenal Switch for Morbid Obesity
A series of articles about Duodenal Switch for Morbid Obesity.
Vitamin and Mineral Deficiencies
Articles highlighting vitamin and mineral deficiencies after Duodenal Switch surgery.
Duodenal Switch as a Revision Surgery
Studies addressing Duodenal Switch as a revision surgery for other failed weight loss surgery procedures.