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| Gastrectomy (Stomach Surgery) |
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| The
Stomach |
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| The stomach acts as a temporary reservoir for the
food we ingest. The food mixes with the gastric juice inside the stomach
and then moves to the small intestine where it is digested and nutrients
are absorbed. The stomach is also important in the absorption of Vitamin
B12, iron and calcium. |
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| Certain conditions may cause the stomach to become
diseased and lose its function. Surgery is therefore required to enable
the rest of the gastrointestinal tract to take over the role of the
stomach. |
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| Conditions that may lead to surgery include: |
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Large stomach ulcer or recurrent ulcer disease. |
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Bleeding in the stomach. |
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Stomach tumour. |
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