What is a Duodenal Switch?
Also known as bilio-pancreatic diversion with duodenal switch (BPD-DS), the duodenal switch surgery is one of the most complex and invasive bariatric procedures available. Is also one of the most effective weight loss surgical procedures, two procedures are done, first a gastric sleeve is performed an then re-routing or “switching” the small intestines.
Am I eligible for a Duodenal Switch Surgery?
The first step to determine if you are a good candidate for a Duodenal Switch Surgery is getting in touch with one of our patients coordinators to fill a quick Health Questionnaire. Within 24 hours after receiving your information, one of our bariatric surgeons reviews your case and determines if you are a good candidate for a Duodenal Switch Surgery.
How much does a Duodenal Switch cost?
We understand the commitment and effort you have to invest in your new and healthier life, not only at a personal level but also financially. With this in mind, we have created All Inclusive Packages that covers everything you need to come to Tijuana to start a new life (except airfare).
Operation Information
Duration: |
1-2 hours |
Hospitalization: |
1-2 days |
Recovery Period: |
2 weeks |
Anesthesia: |
General Anesthesia |
Frequently Asked Questions
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- Highest success rate of all bariatric surgeries with greatest overall weight loss.
- Improves hunger, metabolism, blood lipid and blood sugar levels long-term.
- Total remission of Type 2 diabetes.
- Slightly larger gastric sleeve than other procedures, allowing for slightly larger meals.
- Rarely causes dumping syndrome, so you don’t have to completely avoid sugar or fats.
- Longer life with significantly reduced risk of death by any cause.
- Malnutrition. Now that your small intestine will not be able to absorb as much nutrition from your food, you’ll have to take nutritional supplements daily. Your healthcare provider will also continue to test you periodically for nutritional deficiencies for the rest of your life.
- Diarrhea. This is another side effect of malabsorption in your small intestine. Your small intestine won’t be able to digest your food as thoroughly as before or extract as much water. This can make for loose, smelly stools and gas. It can also make stools more frequent.
- Bile reflux. Surgery that affects the pyloric valve, the opening between your stomach and your small intestine, can cause it to malfunction. If the pyloric valve doesn’t close properly, one possible result is bile reflux. That means the bile that your gallbladder sends to your small intestine to help digest food can backwash into your stomach.
- Gallstones. Rapid weight loss sends a large load of cholesterol to your liver to process. When your liver sends bile to your gallbladder, it carries extra cholesterol with it. This extra cholesterol can build up in your gallbladder, forming cholesterol gallstones.
Ideal candidates for the surgery typically have a BMI of 50 or higher, with or without weight-related medical issues. In some cases, a patient with a lower BMI and weight-related medical conditions may be a candidate. Patients who are considering sleeve gastrectomy with duodenal switch procedure must exhibit a clear commitment to compliance to the recommended nutrition and vitamin guidelines and verbalizes understanding of the procedure by the time of surgery.
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