Duodenal Switch

Doctor measuring the abdominal circumference of a male patient.

The modified duodenal switch is a minimally invasive procedure that combines aspects of a sleeve gastrectomy and a gastric bypass. The surgeon bypasses a portion of the small intestine and reduces the size of your stomach.

What to Know

Surgery lasts about one hour
The surgeon makes several small incisions
The procedure is a combination of sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass
An overnight hospital stay is required

Modified Duodenal Switch