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Gastrectomy
Definition
Gastrectomy is surgery to remove part or all of the stomach.
Description
The patient is under general anesthesia (unconscious and pain-free). An incision is made in the abdomen. A portion or all of the stomach -- depending on the reason for the operation -- is cut free from surrounding tissues, its blood supply is controlled and sewn shut, and then the stomach or part of it can be removed.
Depending on the type of operation, the intestine is then reconnected to the remaining stomach (in the case of a partial gastrectomy) or to the esophagus (in the case of a total gastrectomy).
Why the Procedure is Performed
Gastrectomy is used to treat bleeding, inflammation, or benign or malignant tumors.
Outlook (Prognosis)
Expectations vary depending on the underlying condition.
Review Date:
11/10/2004
Reviewed By: Brendan T. Campbell, M.D., M.P.H., Department of Surgery, Arkansas Children's Hospital, Little Rock, AR. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
Reviewed By: Brendan T. Campbell, M.D., M.P.H., Department of Surgery, Arkansas Children's Hospital, Little Rock, AR. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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