Question:
Is the DS Procedure considered a gastric bypass surgery?

   — [Anonymous] (posted on March 8, 2002)

March 8, 2002
Weight loss surgery encompasses many different types with some having similar names. Gastric Bypass surgery can apply to both RNY and DS as they both involve operating on a portion of the stomach (hence 'gastric') and re-routing the intestines (hence 'bypass'). Go to the AMOS website library for more information.
   — merri B.

March 8, 2002
Yes, it is a type of Gastric Bypass Surgery, as is the RNY.
   — [Anonymous]

March 8, 2002
Yes, Here is a link to the different names, and an explanation: http://www.mywls.com/body_duodenal_switch/body_duodenal_switch.html. All the best to you..
   — [Deactivated Member]