Question:
RNY - Distal or Proximal - I need details on each, good and bad?

   — Gloria K. (posted on January 15, 2002)

January 15, 2002
The difference between Distal and Proximal is the amount of intestine bypassed. I think the distal bypasses more. The more of the intestine bypassed, the more malabsorption there is. Which is best for you is something only you and your doctor can decide.
   — garw

January 15, 2002
Proximal is up to 100cm's bypassed and Distal is 150cm's or more bypassed. I didn't have a choice as to how much... my surgeon just does 150cm's as his standard practice and only does more in rare cases.
   — Kellie Jo B.

January 15, 2002
Gloria, there is a link on this site that will take you to the library where there is TONS of information on what you are seeking. Please do some research there.
   — merri B.

January 16, 2002
Hi. Gloria!! The info you are looking for is right here on the site.... but I also know for some it is hard to find. But the more you use it -- you will learn where things are. So I will try to help you out a bit. Type in ( www.obesity/help.com/morbidobesity/m-surgerytypes.phtml
   — Deborah M.