The Bilopancreatic Diversion with Duodenal Switch, abbreviated BPD-DS is the most effective weight loss procedure. It has more reliable long term weight loss than all other procedures, with a long term average total weight loss of greater than 40%.
The Procedure
Following creation of the sleeve-like stomach, the first portion of the small intestine is separated from the stomach.
The sleeve is then detached from the first part of the small intestine, called the duodenum, and connected to the last part of the small intestine, called the ileum.
How it Works
The smaller stomach, shaped like a banana, allows patients to eat less food. The food stream bypasses roughly 75% of the small intestine, the most of any commonly performed approved procedures. This results in a significant decrease in the absorption of calories and nutrients. Patients must take vitamins and mineral supplements after surgery. Even more than gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy, the BPD-DS affects intestinal hormones in a manner that reduces hunger, increases fullness and improves blood sugar control. The BPD-DS is considered to be the most effective approved metabolic operation for the treatment of type 2 diabetes.
Advantages
Among the best results for improving obesity
Affects bowel hormones to cause less hunger and more fullness after eating
It is the most effective procedure for treatment of type 2 diabetes
