Duodenal switch weight loss surgery, Dallas shortens the path food follows through the small intestine. This reduces the time your body has to absorb calories from the food you eat and helps you lose weight.

This surgery, Dallas involves three steps:
- Surgeon cuts the small intestine in two places: across the duodenum just below the pylorus and about halfway into the intestine. This leaves two sections of small intestine, each about 8 to 10 feet long.
- Surgeon sews and staples the top of the first section of intestine closed and attaches the bottom to the second section about 3 feet from where the small intestine meets the large intestine.
- When the surgeon attaches the second part of the small intestine to the pylorus where the duodenum used to be, the duodenal switch is complete.
When the surgery, Dallas is complete, food from the stomach will now move through about 10 feet of small intestine instead of 20 feet which will cut your calorie and nutrient absorption in half.
AFTER DUODENAL SWITCH SURGERY, DALLAS
After your Duodenal switch surgery, Dallas at Banner Health, you can continue to lose or maintain your weight by eating a healthy diet and exercising regularly.
You’ll also follow-up with your doctor at Banner Health Weight Loss Centers for guidance and can attend our free support groups both before and after your surgery, Dallas .








