Question:
When the dr. bypasses does he take out any part of the intestines?

   — Kim J. (posted on November 23, 2003)

November 22, 2003
I asked this question of my doctor prior to surgery. His reply was "nothings is taken out". I hope this helps you.
   — barbara A.

November 22, 2003
It is what the name implies. A bypass. No intestines are removed.
   — Delores S.

November 22, 2003
I agree with the others. The part of the intestines that is bypassed is re-attached to the small intestines farther down so that the gastric juices from the lower stomach can drain into your system. You can see a picture here : <p> http://www.obesityhelp.com/morbidobesity/m-surgerytypes.phtml <p> The first pic is of the micro pouch, which is a type of RNY, it has the clearest illustration, but if you scroll down on that page, it describes the typical RNY.
   — Ali M

November 23, 2003
thanks everyone for your reply. i couldn't remember what my doc told me but I was under the impression that they took 'out' the 150cm for some reason. Thanks for the pics too! 7mo out 120#'s down!
   — Kim J.

November 23, 2003
BTC recently put a animated surgery web page on their site. Check itout at http://www.bariatric.com/ and then on the right hand side it is the second link down.
   — Heather M.