Question:
Whith a BMI of 63.4 and removing 6feet What is that?

Distal or Proxmil? Thank You    — MyWlsProgress (posted on December 3, 2003)

December 3, 2003
that is distal. that is a lot of intestines to bypass.
   — Markita M.

December 4, 2003
With a BMI of 63.4, perhaps you should ask your doctor about the Duodenal Switch---mine really recommends it for the larger patient. You can research it yourself at http://www.duodenalswitch.com and http://www.asbs.org
   — MsBatt

December 4, 2003
Opinions differ but generally I have heard that less than 100 cm is proximal and more than that is distal. However, some Dr's use 120 for the pivot point. There are 30.48 cm's in one foot. Hope that helps.
   — chadwick

December 8, 2003
My BMI was 66 and I had a long Roux limb, 150cm, which is 5 feet. I have lost 140# in 9 months, then no loss for 4 months, go for the 6 ft. It is NOT distal, nor proximal, but medial. It doesn't really matter what they call it, just so it works for you. I wouldn't hesitate, knowing what I know now. Good luck.
   — Dana S.