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Gastrectomy - series

Stomach anatomy

The stomach is divided into three parts, the fundus, the body and the pyloric part.

Gastrectomy - series

Stomach anatomy

The stomach is divided into three parts, the fundus, the body and the pyloric part.

Gastrectomy - series

Chronic stomach problems

In cases of chronic stomach problems (such as ulcers), obesity or cancer, partial or total removal of the stomach may be indicated.

Gastrectomy - series

Chronic stomach problems

In cases of chronic stomach problems (such as ulcers), obesity or cancer, partial or total removal of the stomach may be indicated.

Gastrectomy - series

Gastrectomy incision

An incision is made in the skin over the pyloric region of the stomach.

Gastrectomy - series

Gastrectomy incision

An incision is made in the skin over the pyloric region of the stomach.

Gastrectomy - series

Gastrectomy

The diseased portion of the stomach is removed. The small intestine is attached to the remainder of the stomach to maintain the integrity of the digestive tract.

Gastrectomy - series

Gastrectomy

The diseased portion of the stomach is removed. The small intestine is attached to the remainder of the stomach to maintain the integrity of the dige...

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Gastrectomy - series

Before and after gastrectomy

The patient will be on nasogastric tube suction to keep the stomach empty and at rest after surgery. After several days, and when the stomach starts to function normally again, the tube will be removed and the patient will begin ingesting clear liquids and gradually progress to a full and normal diet.

Gastrectomy - series

Before and after gastrectomy

The patient will be on nasogastric tube suction to keep the stomach empty and at rest after surgery. After several days, and when the stomach starts ...

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Review Date: 10/16/2022

Reviewed By: Mark Levin, MD, Hematologist and Oncologist, Monsey, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David C. Dugdale, MD, Medical Director, Brenda Conaway, Editorial Director, and the A.D.A.M. Editorial team. Editorial update 03/06/2023.

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