Biliopancreatic diversion with duodenal switch surgery (BPD/DS) in Germany
The best hospitals for biliopancreatic diversion with duodenal switch surgery (BPD/DS) in Germany are listed below. The rank is based on multiple factors, including price, quality of the doctors, cost of treatment and the success rate from our user reviews.
Treatment costs in Germany
| BPD/DS weight-loss surgery | €16.760 |
Best Hospitals
MIC Clinic Berlin
Department of Obesity and metabolic surgery
The Department of Obesity and metabolic surgery at the MIC Clinic Berlin consists of 9 doctors, 15 nurses, and treats approximately 4620 inpatients per year. The specialized clinic provides the following medical services for its patients: Minimally invasive treatment methods for overweight and ...
Ethianum Hospital Heidelberg
Department of Bariatric Surgery
The Department of Bariatric Surgery at the Ethianum Hospital Heidelberg consists of 3 doctors, 11 nurses, and treats approximately 127 inpatients per year. The specialized clinic provides the following medical services for its patients: Aesthetic and reconstructive breast surgery (breast ...
Proaesthetic Clinic Heidelberg
Department of General Surgery
The Department of General Surgery at the Proaesthetic Clinic Heidelberg consists of 9 doctors, 15 nurses, and treats approximately 4620 inpatients per year. The specialized clinic provides the following medical services for its patients: Hair treatments Operative facial treatments Injections ...
Nordwest Hospital Frankfurt am Main
Department of Bariatric Surgery
The Department of General and Abdominal Surgery at the Nordwest Hospital Frankfurt am Main consists of 6 doctors, 14 nurses, and treats approximately 449 inpatients per year. The specialized clinic provides the following medical services for its patients: Minimal invasive laparoscopic ...
Helios Hospital Berlin-Buch
Department of Bariatric Surgery
The Department of Bariatric Surgery at the Helios Hospital Berlin-Buch consists of 6 doctors, 12 nurses, and treats approximately 941 inpatients per year. The specialized clinic provides the following medical services for its patients: Gastric balloon implantation. Gastric band, gastric bypass, ...
Hospital Sachsenhausen Frankfurt am Main
Department of General, Abdominal, Bariatric Surgery and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
The Department of General, Abdominal, Bariatric Surgery and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease at the Hospital Sachsenhausen Frankfurt am Main consists of 17 doctors, 34 nurses, and treats approximately 2181 inpatients per year. The specialized clinic provides the following medical services for its ...
Weight Doctors Heidelberg
Department of Bariatric Surgery
The Department of Bariatric Surgery at the Weight Doctors Heidelberg consists of 15 doctors, 26 nurses, and treats approximately 3205 inpatients per year. The specialized clinic provides the following medical services for its patients: Minimally invasive endoscopic procedures Minimally invasive ...
University Hospital Mainz
Department of General, Abdominal, Transplant, Endocrine, Bariatric Surgery and Hernia Surgery
The Department of General, Abdominal, Transplant, Endocrine, Bariatric Surgery and Hernia Surgery at the University Hospital Mainz consists of 33 doctors, 49 nurses, and treats approximately 3265 inpatients per year. The specialized clinic provides the following medical services for its ...
Ludwig Maximilian University Hospital
Department of General, Abdominal, Transplant, Endocrine, Bariatric Surgery and Hernia Surgery
The Department of General, Abdominal, Transplant, Endocrine, Bariatric Surgery and Hernia Surgery at the Ludwig Maximilian University Hospital consists of 39 doctors, 63 nurses, and treats approximately 3791 inpatients per year. The specialized clinic provides the following medical services for ...
Testimonials
Jose A.
Ecuador
Jose A. from Ecuador in 2024 at the Rotkreuz Hospital Frankfurt am Main
Ahmed D.
Kuwait
Ahmed D. from Kuwait in 2024 at the Beta Clinic Bonn
Abdulrahman k.
Oman
Abdulrahman k. from Oman in 2023 at the University Hospital Frankfurt am Main
Ibrahim M.
Egypt
Ibrahim M. from Egypt in 2024 at the University Hospital Frankfurt am Main
Khalid S.
Algeria
Khalid S. from Algeria in 2024 at the Ludwig Maximilian University Hospital
Talal A.
Saudi Arabia
Talal A. from Saudi Arabia in 2024 at the University Hospital Frankfurt am Main
Mohamed A.
Saudi Arabia
Mohamed A. from Saudi Arabia in 2023 at the Nordwest Hospital Frankfurt am Main
Ali R.
Oman
Ali R. from Oman in 2024 at the University Hospital Frankfurt am Main
Omar M.
Libya
Omar M. from Libya in 2024 at the University Hospital Frankfurt am Main
Jacob S.
Saudi Arabia
Jacob S. from Saudi Arabia in 2023 at the Rotkreuz Hospital Frankfurt am Main
Biliopancreatic diversion with duodenal switch surgery (BPD/DS)
Biliopancreatic diversion with duodenal switch (BPD/DS) is a complex and highly effective weight-loss surgery that involves two key components: a sleeve gastrectomy and a significant rerouting of the small intestine. This surgery is typically recommended for individuals with severe obesity or those who have not achieved successful weight loss through other methods. Here’s an overview of the BPD/DS procedure:
Procedure:
Sleeve Gastrectomy:
The surgeon removes a large portion of the stomach, creating a smaller, banana-shaped stomach or sleeve.
Duodenal Switch:
The surgeon then reroutes a significant portion of the small intestine, leaving only a short segment of the duodenum (the first part of the small intestine) attached to the stomach. This allows food to bypass the majority of the small intestine.
Biliary Limb and Common Limb:
The small intestine is divided into two limbs: the biliary limb, which carries bile from the liver and gallbladder, and the common limb, which carries the food.
Anastomosis:
The common limb is reattached to the biliary limb, allowing the digestive juices and bile to mix with the food further down the small intestine.
How it Works:
The combination of a smaller stomach and significant rerouting of the small intestine results in both restrictive and malabsorptive elements. Restriction limits the amount of food that can be consumed, while malabsorption reduces the absorption of nutrients and calories.
Benefits:
Significant Weight Loss:
BPD/DS is associated with substantial and often long-term weight loss.
Resolution of Obesity-Related Conditions:
Many patients experience improvements or resolutions in obesity-related health conditions, including type 2 diabetes.
Considerations:
Nutritional Monitoring:
Due to malabsorption, individuals who undergo BPD/DS need lifelong monitoring of nutritional status and may require vitamin and mineral supplements.
Complexity:
BPD/DS is a more complex surgery compared to some other weight-loss procedures, and it carries higher risks.
Candidates:
BPD/DS is typically considered for individuals with a body mass index (BMI) of 50 or higher or for those with a BMI of 40 or higher who have obesity-related health conditions.
Cost of biliopancreatic diversion with duodenal switch surgery (BPD/DS) in Germany
In Germany, the cost may range from €16.740 to €17.362.
Best hospitals for biliopancreatic diversion with duodenal switch surgery (BPD/DS) in Germany
Here are some renowned hospitals that are often recognized for their expertise in bariatric surgery:
Nordwest Hospital Frankfurt.
Sachsenhausen Hospital.
University Hospital Mainz.
University Hospital Heidelberg.