Question:
has anyone heard of switch surgury?

I had my consultion yesterday, Surgeon seemed knowlagable, very experianced, but the the nicest guy in the world but seemed like he is probablly very good at what he does. Anyway he said he thought the best sugury for me would be somthing he called a switch where instead of making a pouch they take away 3/4 of your stomach leaving the stomach fully fonctinal but more of in a tube shape, says that it will be less life changing because I will be able to eat more normally afterwards then with an RYN. He aslo said with this one that I could go back to solids in week 3. Just want to know if anyone has had this surgury or heard of it and what your results were with it. (just an fyi 22yrs old BMI 41)    — Megan B. (posted on February 26, 2003)

February 26, 2003
Sounds like the duodenal switch. There is some info in the library, and I believe there is a website called www.duodenalswitch.com. I was researching this procedure myself during my whole process. There are also members of this site that have had this particular procedure so I'm sure you can find out all you'll need. Good Luck!
   — Dee ,.

February 26, 2003
Your surgeon was talking about the Duodenal Switch. I had this surgery 18 months ago. I am very happy with the surgery and my results (I am at goal--have lost 136 pounds). Read my profile for more info. Also, feel free to email me if you have more questions after doing some research. You can also check out www.duodenalswitch.com for excellent information.
   — artistmama

February 26, 2003
LUCKY YOU!!!! The DS was my first choice. I wanted this surgery, although my insurance will only approve for the RNY. Whichever you decide, best of luck to you...aims
   — chickiewickie

February 26, 2003
Good foy you! I went Brazil in Septmeber for a DS! It is the best. My sister had the RNY, she has lost more than me in a shorter amount of time, but she has to always watch what she eats, and food gets stuck. Think quality of life! It is much better! Check out my profile! Go with the DS! You will not be sorry! Jackie
   — Jacklyn C.

February 28, 2003
Hi!! I had the Duodenal Switch on 9/16/02. Started at 205, with MANY CoMorbids. Now at 128 with NO CoMorbids. My daughter had the RnY a month earlier. We are both happy with our progress, but I definitely eat more "normally"...I am VERY happy with my choice. GO FOR IT!!! Diane
   — Diane R.