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Murrieta Valley Surgery Associates in Wildomar, Temecula, Hemet, and Corona, California, offers diverse surgical services to address a wide range of needs. The team of skilled general surgeons performs stomach surgery to treat conditions such as stomach cancer, stomach ulcers, and motility issues. They employ the latest tools and techniques so patients get the best outcomes. Call the office most convenient today or schedule your surgical consultation online.
What is stomach surgery?
Stomach surgery includes any procedure involving the stomach.
Murrieta Valley Surgery Associates has a team of highly skilled and experienced general surgeons who perform stomach surgery when necessary. They customize plans to best meet needs and ensure optimal outcomes.
Who might need stomach surgery?
Surgery is rarely the first treatment of choice for any health condition, including those involving the stomach. The team at Murrieta Valley Surgery Associates performs stomach surgery to treat conditions such as:
- Stomach cancer
- Stomach ulcers
- Problems that affect stomach emptying
- Dysphagia (difficulty swallowing)
- Dumping syndrome (fast movement of food through the stomach)
The team also includes bariatric surgeons who perform weight loss procedures that change the size of the stomach, such as gastric bypass and gastric sleeve procedures.
What are the types of stomach surgeries?
The surgeons at Murrieta Valley Surgery Associates perform many stomach surgeries. Examples include:
Gastrectomy
Gastrectomy is the surgical removal of the stomach. The team at Murrieta Valley Surgery Associates performs gastrectomies to treat stomach cancer, stomach ulcers, or polyps. Depending on the diagnosis, they may remove some or all of the stomach.
Pyloroplasty
Pyloroplasty is a surgical procedure that alters the pylorus, the valve that allows food to pass from the stomach to the small intestine.
The team may perform pyloroplasty if your pylorus isn’t working as it should, or if you have a problem with gastric emptying. Pyloroplasty treats gastroparesis (slow stomach emptying) and dumping syndrome.
Heller myotomy
Heller myotomy is a surgical procedure that cuts the esophageal sphincter, the muscle that allows food to pass into the stomach. The team performs this procedure to correct conditions that affect the opening and closing of the esophageal sphincter, leading to dysphagia.
The surgeons at Murrieta Valley Surgery Associates use various surgical techniques when performing stomach surgery, including minimally invasive robotic surgery.
Do I have to follow a special diet after stomach surgery?
You may need to follow a special diet after stomach surgery. The surgeons discuss the procedure and what to expect at your pre-surgical consultation so you can prepare.
The registered dietitians at Murrieta Valley Surgery Associates provide nutrition guidance for patients after stomach surgery. You may need to follow a liquid diet immediately after your surgery and slowly advance to regular foods as your stomach heals.
Call Murrieta Valley Surgery Associates today or click the online booking button to schedule your stomach surgery consultation.