[Mechanical anastomosis on the second duodenum. Value, technics and indications]

The authors present 50 anastomoses on the second part of duodenum after gastrectomy, that were done for gastro-duodenal ulcer in 24 patients, gastric carcinoma for 20 patients and post-gastrectomy syndromes in 5 patients. The mechanical procedure provide excellent security (without leakage) and was easy to perform. When it is necessary to make the restoration of duodenal continuity, this device is a good technical solution.