Laparoscopic Duodenal Switch
摘要
Biliopancreatic diversion is one of the oldest surgical procedures for weight loss. Over time, this technique has evolved, incorporating key features that culminated in the development of the Duodenal Switch (DS). Some properties that characterize the DS are the creation of a sleeve gastrectomy, duodenal transection with pyloric preservation, and standardized intestinal lengths. The DS is among the most effective bariatric procedures available, with a clear consensus on its benefits, particularly for those with a BMI > 50 kg/m2 and severe type 2 diabetes.