Vagotomy
Vagotomy
Vagotomy (pronounced: vay-GOT-uh-mee) is a surgical procedure that involves the removal or severing of the Vagus Nerve.
Etymology
The term "Vagotomy" is derived from the Latin vagus meaning "wandering" and the Greek -tomy meaning "cutting".
Procedure
In a Vagotomy, the surgeon cuts parts of the vagus nerve, a nerve that transmits information from the brain to the stomach. This is done to reduce the production of stomach acid, which can help treat peptic ulcers.
There are several types of Vagotomy procedures, including:
- Truncal Vagotomy: This involves the complete severing of the vagus nerve.
- Selective Vagotomy: Only specific parts of the nerve that control stomach acid are cut.
- Highly Selective Vagotomy: Also known as parietal cell vagotomy, this procedure targets only the part of the nerve that controls acid production in the stomach's upper part.
Risks and Complications
Like any surgical procedure, Vagotomy carries some risks, including infection, bleeding, and damage to surrounding organs. Specific to Vagotomy, complications may include dumping syndrome, changes in bowel habits, and gastric stasis.
Related Terms
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Vagotomy
- Wikipedia's article - Vagotomy
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