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The stomach connects the esophagus to the small intestine, and functions to break up food into small particles that can be absorbed by the small intestine.
IndicationsIn cases of chronic stomach problems (such as ulcers), obesity or cancer, partial or total removal of the stomach may be indicated.
IncisionAn incision is made in the skin over the pyloric region of the stomach.
ProcedureThe diseased portion of the stomach is removed. The small intestine is attached to the remainder of the stomach to maintain the integrity of the digestive tract.
AftercareThe patient will be on nasogastric tube suction to keep the stomach empty and at rest after surgery. After several days and when the stomach starts to function normally again the tube will be removed and the patient will begin ingesting clear liquids and gradually progress to a full and normal diet.
Reviewed ByReview Date: 12/15/2011
David C. Dugdale, III, MD, Professor of Medicine, Division of General Medicine, Department of Medicine, University of Washington School of Medicine; Yi-Bin Chen, MD, Leukemia/Bone Marrow Transplant Program, Massachusetts General Hospital. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
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What is the accented syllable for gastrectomy?
gastRECtomy.
What does gastrectomy mean?
During the sleeve gastrectomy, 85% of the stomach is removed and it takes the shape of a sleeve. You can read more about the procedure at http://www.yourbariatricsurgeryguide.com/gastric-sleeve/
Is gastrectomy a gastric resection?
Yes it means resection of the stomach. When part of the stomach is removed it is called partial gastrectomy and when the whole stomach is removed, it is called total gastrectomy
After a patient undergoes a partial gastrectomy what procedure follows?
After a patient undergoes a partial gastrectomy, a nasogastric tube is attached to keep the stomach empty. Complete recovery from a partial gastrectomy can take several weeks.
What is CPT Code 43775?
Laparoscopy, surgical, gastric restrictive procedure; longitudinal gastrectomy (ie, sleeve gastrectomy)
Where can I find more information on gastric sleeve gastrectomy?
www.verticalsleevetalk.com is an excellent resource for people considering a gastric sleeve gastrectomy. There you can find a reliable forum populated with other people at all stages of a gastric sleeve gastrectomy.
Position of the patient in partial gastrectomy?
semi fowlers
Why is smoking a risk factor in gastrectomy?
low blood circulation
What is total gastrectomy?
Surgical removal of the entire (total) stomach.
What risks are associated with gastrectomy?
Depending on the extent of surgery, the risk for postoperative death after gastrectomy for gastric cancer has been reported as 1-3% and the risk of non-fatal complications as 9-18%.
What risks are involved with gastrectomy for peptic ulcers?
Surgery for peptic ulcer is effective, but it may result in a variety of postoperative complications. Following gastrectomy surgery, as many as 30% of patients have significant symptoms.
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