Gastrectomy
A gastrectomy is a procedure performed to remove of part of or the entire stomach to treat various condition.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What conditions are treated using a gastrectomy?
A gastrectomy is used to treat the following conditions:
- The presence of benign or cancerous tumours
- Bleeding
- Inflammation
- Perforation of the stomach wall
- Polyps (growths within the stomach)
- Stomach cancer
- Severe peptic or duodenal ulcers
- Obesity
Why is a gastrectomy necessary?
A gastrectomy is required where other treatments have failed.
What takes place during a gastrectomy?
The three common types of gastrectomy procedures, each carried out depending on the patient’s condition, are:
- Partial gastrectomy: removal of the lower half of the stomach
- Total gastrectomy: removal of the stomach (connecting the esophagus to the small intestine)
- Sleeve gastrectomy: removal of three-quarters of the stomach
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Dr. Lydia Kilani is a specialist surgeon based in the North and West of Johannesburg. Her efficiency, compassion and dedication to delivering quality patient care are combined to give patients the very best experience during the most difficult times of illnesses.
Dr. Lydia Kilani
MB Chb (UCT), FCS (SA)
Practice No. 0769649
MP0699420
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