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What is the accented syllable for gastrectomy?
gastRECtomy.
What is a total gastrectomy?
Removing the entire stomach is done only for resistant Zollinger-Ellison syndrome or extensive cancers.
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
What is CPT Code 43775?
Laparoscopy, surgical, gastric restrictive procedure; longitudinal gastrectomy (ie, sleeve 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.
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.
What type of gastrectomy is done for cancer?
Removal of the tumor, often with removal of the surrounding lymph nodes, is the only curative treatment for various forms of gastric (stomach) cancer.
What surgery can be done on leg ulcers?
The surgical procedure for severe ulcer disease is also called an antrectomy , a limited form of gastrectomy in which the antrum, a portion of the stomach, is removed.
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.
