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Recovery After A Nissen Fundoplication
Health Encyclopedia: Acid Reflux Gerd Surgery Fundoplication
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Surgery
The standard surgical treatment for GERD is fundoplication. The goal of this procedure is twofold:
- To increase LES pressure and, therefore, 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, the overall long-term benefits of these procedures are similar. Some studies report that more than 90% of patients are free of heartburn after the operation a...
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Expert & Community Posts
Dr. Eisner on Achalasia and Acid Reflux (GERD)
By Todd Eisner , Health Expert...excellent results, a short hospital stay, and a fast recovery time, the primary treatment is ... Read more »
GERD Surgery
By Jan Gambino , Health Expert...surgery. There are several surgical options. Nissen Fundoplication is the most common... Read more »
Comparing the cost of GERD Surgery vs Medication
By Jan Gambino , Health Expert...difference in cost between surgery (laparoscopic Nissen Fundoplication) or the Stretta (non... Read more »
Reflux Surgery Part I: The Nissen Fundoplication
By Jennifer Rackley , Health Expert...also indicate the need for surgical intervention.The Nissen Fundoplication is the most... Read more »
Health Guide
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease and Heartburn: Highlights
New ResearchObesity and GERD. Research presented at the 2004 annual meeting of the American College of Gastroenterology suggests that the prevalence of GERD symptoms among obese patients... Read more »Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) and Heartburn: References
ReferencesDeVault KR, Castell DO. Updated guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease. Am J Gastroenterol. 2005;100(1):190-200.Deviere J, Costamagna G, Neuhause H,... Read more »Alzheimer's- Diagram of the Brain
...Alzheimer's disease (AD) is a degenerative disease of the brain from which there is no recovery. The disease slowly attacks nerve cells in all parts of the cortex of the brain ... Read more »Acid Reflux (GERD) Risk Factors
GERD occurs monthly in about half of American adults. People of all ages are susceptible to GERD. Elderly people with GERD tend to have a more serious condition than younger people.Risk... Read more »Stroke Recovery
RecoveryAfter a stroke, patients should take allnecessary measures, including medications and lifestyle changes, to prevent another stroke. For those whose stroke was ischemic, aspirin, warfarin, or... Read more »Related News
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