Roux-en-Y Anastomosis
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.
Also known as Roux-en-Y, Roux-en-Y Anastomosis — per NCIT
Also identified as
- UMLS C0002804 per NCIT
Anatomy
| Organ | Relation | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Alimentary part of gastrointestinal system | Procedure Has Target Anatomy | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Small intestine | Procedure Has Target Anatomy | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Stomach | Procedure Has Target Anatomy | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |