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I have obstruction to emptying my stomach. i have been given a choice between antrectomy and pyloroplasty. without vagotomy. which is best?
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If you are: OVERWEIGHT suggest the antrectomy (decreases VOLUME of stomach..... Discuss this IN DETAIL with your surgeon!!!! Hope this is helpful! Dr Z
Answered 11/28/2016
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