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What is involved in an open gastrectomy?
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Major surgery: With an open midline abdominal incision & surgery removes some or all of the stomach depending on the reason for the surgery. New connections to the small intestine made. About 5-7 days in the hospital or longer possible depending on the length of surgery & other conditions. Gradual return to smaller quantity of foods at first.
Answered 8/15/2012
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