Intestinoplication

Intestinoplication (intestinoplicatio) is a surgical operation to shorten the length of the intestine by folding and stitching it. This procedure is performed for obesity in order to limit the absorption of food in the intestines and thus reduce body weight.

The name of the operation comes from the Latin words intestinum ("intestines") and plicare ("fold"). The essence of the method is that the surgeon makes an incision in the abdominal cavity, removes part of the small or large intestine and folds it like an accordion. The folds are then fixed with sutures, which leads to a shortening of the intestinal length by 30-50%. This reduces the intestinal absorptive surface area and the volume of foods that can be digested and absorbed.

Intestinoplication is most often performed using a laparoscopic approach, which minimizes trauma. After surgery, the patient must adhere to a diet to gradually adapt the body to the changes. Complications after intestinoplication are rare. The effectiveness of the method in losing weight reaches 50-70% of excess body weight.

Intestinoplasty is an operation that involves twisting and shaping the intestines to improve their functioning and reduce the likelihood of developing diseases.

Currently, intestinoplasty is used to treat various intestinal diseases, such as irritable bowel syndrome, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, diverticulitis and others.

With intestinoplasty, the surgeon forms new loops of intestines by twisting and stitching them together. This improves blood circulation and metabolism in the intestines, as well as reduces the risk of developing infections and other diseases.

Intestinoplasty can be performed either open or laparoscopically. The laparoscopic method is less invasive and less traumatic for the patient, but requires a longer rehabilitation period.

Despite the fact that intestinoplasty is an effective method of treating intestinal diseases, it is not a panacea and cannot replace full treatment. Therefore, before performing the operation, it is necessary to undergo a comprehensive examination and consult with a specialist.