Question:
what is a duodenal swicth

   — katfish (posted on November 21, 2002)

November 20, 2002
A duodenal switch or DS as we call it, is another form of bariatric surgery. The main difference between the DS and the RNY is that the DS preserves the pyloric sphincter, the valve that regulates the flow of food from the stomach and the small intestine. Therefore, one doesn't dump after the DS. For a much better explaination, go to www.duodenalswitch.com. There are also support groups on Yahoo. I had a DS 13 months ago at Mt. Sinai in NYC. I've lost 119 lbs and am 40 lbs from my goal WT. I'm overjoyed with the surgery. I can eat small amounts of everything, but must be sure that I eat my protein first and take my supplements 3 times a day. Good luck!
   — dantevolta

November 23, 2002
Hi Kathy, we DSers are a small group but we sure do love our surgery! With DS you can eat normally and never worry about regaining the weight. Since you are in CA, check out http://gr-ds.com to discover two wonderful surgeons in Delano, near Bakersfield.
   — Chris T.