Tuesday, June 11, 2013

Nissen Fundoplication Surgery

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Nissen Fundoplication Surgery is one of the most invasive, but effective surgeries to treat persistent and severe acid reflux. During the procedure, the physician wraps the upper part of the upper part of the stomach completely around the esophagus to form a collar-like structure. The procedure requires a six- to 10-day hospital stay.

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After dealing with acid reflux in myself and two of my children I have encountered the question "what about surgery to fix the problem?" more times than I can remember.  Obviously none of us wishes to go through surgery or put our child through it unless it is absolutely necessary.  My girls have not met the indications for surgical…

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Stephanie, Health Guide, answered I had Nissen Fundoplication surgery 20… The problem is that there's just no way to know what was used for clips.…

10/17/11

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Jan Gambino, Health Guide, commented on Reflux Surgery Part I: The Nissen… Hello,   If you are in severe pain or you have having worrisome…

02/22/11

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Jan Gambino, Health Guide, commented on Dr. Eisner Answers your GERD Questions:… Hello, You are doing the right thing by checking in with the…

02/18/11

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Stephanie, Health Guide, answered Which Acid Reflux Surgery is Better:… Unfortunately there is no right or wrong answer for this question. There…

01/29/11

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