Which of the following statements regarding gastric bypass surgery is NOT true?

a. It is a treatment for obesity.
b. A portion of the colon is bypassed.
c. A portion of the stomach is stapled off.
d. It is also called stomach stapling.


b
Explanation:
a. It is a treatment for obesity: a true statement
b. A portion of the colon is bypassed: correct
c. A portion of the stomach is stapled off: a true statement
d. It is also called stomach stapling: a true statement

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