A Surgical Procedure to Promote Rapid Weight Loss is Removal

Question

A surgical procedure to promote rapid weight loss is removal of most of the
A) pancreas.
B) liver.
C) duodenum.
D) jejunum.
E) ileum.

Accepted Answer

Removal of the jejunum, also known as jejunoileal bypass surgery, can promote rapid weight loss as it bypasses a significant portion of the small intestine where nutrient absorption occurs. However, this procedure is not commonly done anymore due to the high risk of complications and malabsorption of nutrients.