My son is 8 years old. He had a fundo and hiatal henia repair the first time at 5. The second time it was a fundo and a paraesophogial hernia repair. Now 11 months later I see unmistakable symptoms. I am not sold on this procedure at this point. The surgeon indicated tha...
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Fundoplication on a child for a third time
Tracy Davenport
Thursday, October 11, 2007 at 04:57 PM
The most important part of any surgical procedure is to make sure that it is the best option. Surgery is surgery, no matter how "simple."
I would also encourage you to make a connection with a medical team where NO BLAME is assigned, especially to a child. At it's best, healthcare is an artform and full of complexities. I hope you can find a medical team in which you feel supported and respected when you voice your concerns.
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