How common is bowel obstruction after duodenal switch

To avoid or try to reduce the risk of intestinal obstruction we have to make a series of closures of some spaces that are generated when making the unions between the intestinal that are called mesenteric defects, we must close them with stitches and in this way we reduce the complication of intestinal obstruction by up to 50%

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Although it is true that duodenal switch and the gastric bypass too have a risk of intestinal obstruction, surgical techniques are currently being performed to minimize complications.
It is important to know your medical history, and accordingly make the best decision regarding choosing the most appropriate bariatric surgery.
The duodenal switch is a good surgery, with very good results, but since it is complex, the risks are higher than other surgeries.

The incidence of bowel obstruction after DS has been reported to range from 0.4 % , making it a relatively rare but potentially serious complication. Studies have shown that bowel obstruction is more common in the early postoperative period, with the majority of cases occurring within the first three months.