Roux en Y Anastomosis
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Roux en Y Anastomosis Definition
Gastric bypass procedure in which part of the stomach is closed off with staples, and part of the small intestine is bypassed. This procedure is performed in severely obese patients, for permanent weight loss.
Roux en Y Anastomosis Synonyms
Roux-en-Y Anastomosis, Roux-en-Y
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