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Duodenal Switch (SADI-S)
- Reduces stomach size and reroutes the intestines to maximize weight loss while limiting calorie and fat absorption
- Helps reduce weight by restricting food intake and calorie absorption
- Safe and effective procedure
- Not reversible
How it Works
- Removes two-thirds of the stomach, which ends up taking the shape of a tube or "sleeve"
Results
- Most patients lose 40% of their body weight within two years after surgery
- Clinical trials have shown sustained weight loss 10+ years after surgery
- Requires consistent medical follow-up for vitamin, mineral and protein level observations
- Some patients report increased frequency of bowel movements and gas
