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| Gastrectomy (Stomach Surgery) |
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Gastrectomy
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| This is a surgical procedure in which part of the
stomach is removed. This is called a Partial Gastrectomy. |
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| 2 types of Partial Gastrectomy |
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Distal Gastrectomy |
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Proximal Gastrectomy |
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| Sometimes the entire stomach is removed. When this
is done, the procedure is called a Total Gastrectomy. |
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Total Gastrectomy |
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| After gastrectomy, the reservoir becomes smaller,
and the patient may feel a sensation of fullness after a smaller meal.
However, the digestion and absorption of most nutrients remain unaffected. |
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