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Nissen Fundoplication Surgery
Comparing the cost of GERD Surgery vs Medication
A new study from the Canadian Journal of Gastroenterology examined the difference in cost between surgery (laparoscopic Nissen Fundoplication) or the Stretta (non evasive surgery) vs. medication with a Proton Pump Inhibitor (PPI). The researchers also looked at the patient's symptoms and quality of life for each treatment approach.
A patient with long term symptoms of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) often tries many treatments. Changes to the diet and lifestyle may be the first lin...
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Expert & Community Posts
GERD Surgery: Meet the Surgeon
By Jan Gambino , Health Expert...across the country or the world. The reality is, the Nissen Fundoplication surgery is a common... Read more »
Disney World: Reflux Style
By Jan Gambino , Health Expert...severe GERD. A few months prior to the trip, she had a Nissen Fundoplication surgery and still... Read more »
Health Guide
Acid Reflux GERD Surgery: Fundoplication
...prevent acid back-up (reflux).To repair any present hiatal hernia.There are two primary approaches:Open Nissen fundoplication (the more invasive technique).Laparoscopic fundoplication.In general,... Read more »Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease and Heartburn: Highlights
...index (BMI) is associated with increased risk for cancer of the esophagus (esophageal adenocarcinoma).Surgery and Children. A recent study published in an American Gastroenterological Association... Read more »Acid Reflux (GERD) Risk Factors
...(fundus) around the esophagus.The goal of thissurgical techniqueis to strengthen the LES. Until recently, surgery was the primary treatment for children with severe complications from GERD because... Read more »Bypass Surgery Patient Guide: Heart Bypass Information
Why do you need bypass surgery? If you are suffering chest pain or other symptoms that may indicate a cardiovascular problem, your doctor will likely want you to undergo an angiogram (cardiac... Read more »Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma: Surgery
SurgerySurgery is sometimes used to remove as much malignant tissue as possible before administering chemotherapy. This is particularly useful for bulky tumors that occur in the stomach.Surgery is... Read more »Images
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