How long is the common channel in SADI-S?

In the Single Anastomosis Duodeno-Ileal Bypass with Sleeve Gastrectomy (SADI-S) procedure, the common channel length is typically around 300 cm. This length is significant as it influences nutrient absorption and overall weight loss outcomes after the surgery. The common channel is the segment of the gastrointestinal tract where the flow of intestinal contents from the gastric sleeve and the bypassed segment of the small intestine merges.

A common channel of 300 cm is crucial because it allows for some absorption of nutrients while also enabling substantial weight loss due to restriction and malabsorption. The specific length can vary based on individual patient factors and surgical preferences, but 300 cm has been established in clinical practice as a standard for achieving balanced results in terms of weight loss and nutritional status.

Understanding this aspect of SADI-S is important for practitioners as it aids in tailoring postoperative management and monitoring for nutrient deficiencies, which can arise from alterations in the digestive tract.