Roux-en-Y

Roux-en-Y (also known as Roux-en-Y gastric bypass or RNYGB) is a type of gastric bypass surgery that is used to treat obesity. The procedure involves creating a small pouch from the stomach and connecting it directly to the small intestine. This bypasses a large part of the stomach and the first part of the small intestine, reducing the amount of food that can be eaten and the nutrients that can be absorbed.

Procedure

The Roux-en-Y procedure is performed under general anesthesia. The surgeon makes several small incisions in the abdomen and inserts a laparoscope, a thin tube with a camera on the end. The surgeon then uses surgical instruments to divide the stomach into a small upper pouch and a larger lower pouch. The small intestine is then divided and the lower end is brought up and connected to the small upper pouch. The upper end of the small intestine is connected to the small intestine further down. This creates a "Y" shape, which is where the procedure gets its name.

Benefits

The Roux-en-Y procedure can lead to significant weight loss. It can also improve or resolve conditions related to obesity, such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, sleep apnea, and heart disease.

Risks

As with any surgery, there are risks associated with the Roux-en-Y procedure. These include infection, bleeding, and complications from anesthesia. There is also a risk of nutritional deficiencies due to the reduced ability to absorb nutrients.

Aftercare

After the Roux-en-Y procedure, patients must follow a strict diet and exercise plan. They must also take vitamin and mineral supplements to prevent nutritional deficiencies.

See also

• Bariatric surgery
• Gastric bypass surgery
• Obesity

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