Risks of Duodenal Switch Surgery
As with any major
surgery, a BPD/DS
poses potential health risks, both in the short term and long term.
Risks associated with
BPD/DS are similar to any abdominal surgery and can include:
·
Excessive bleeding
·
Infection
·
Adverse reactions to
anesthesia
·
Blood clots
·
Lung or breathing
problems
·
Leaks in your
gastrointestinal system
·
Bowel obstruction
·
Dumping syndrome,
causing diarrhea, nausea or vomiting
·
Gallstones
·
Hernias
·
Low blood sugar
(hypoglycemia)
·
Malnutrition
·
Stomach perforation
·
Ulcers
·
Vomiting
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