Surgery And Heartburn
- GERD, Acid Reflux, Heartburn Medications
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Surgery
Surgical Management Of Barrett's Esophagus
Procedures to Remove the Mucus Lining. Various techniques or devices have been developed to remove the mucus lining of the esophagus. The intention is to remove early cancerous or precancerous tissue (high-grade dysplasia) and allow regrowth of new and hopefully healthy tissue in the esophagus.
Such techniques include photodynamic therapy (PDT), surgical removal of the abnormal lining, or ablation techniques, such as the use of laser, to destroy...
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From Our Experts
Nexium extinguished my heartburn, but do I still have acid reflux?
Is it acid reflux or bile reflux? Q: I had been experiencing a lot of heartburn but that seems to have decreased with Nexium. I still... Read more »
Surgery or Medication?
Surgery or Medication? This is the million dollar question for many of us with severe gastroesophageal reflux disease but unfortunately... Read more »
Pre-Operative Counseling before Weight-Loss Surgery: What to Expect:...
Nowadays, prior to your weight-loss surgery date being scheduled, bariatric surgery candidates are required to undergo pre-operative... Read more »
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... Read more »
Dr. Eisner Answers your GERD Questions: Surgery for Hiatal Hernia
My doctor has recommended that I have my hiatal hernia repaired. I am waiting to see a surgeon. Is this a good idea, and what should I ask... Read more »
From Our Sources
Clinical trial: Incision-free GERD surgery
This Phase III clinical trial is a study to evaluate safety and efficacy of the Medigus SRS endoscopic stapling system for the treatment of... Read more »
Nexium may be as effective as GERD surgery: study
A new study suggests that esomeprazole (Nexium) may be as effective in treating symptoms of chronic gastroesophageal reflux disease as laparoscopic... Read more »
5 operations you don't want--and what to do instead
Experts say that at least 12,000 Americans die each year from unnecessary surgery, and thousands suffer from complications. In this report from CNN,... Read more »
Small Magnet "Bracelet" for the Esophagus May Ease Heartburn
A magnet that sits around the esophagus could be a new treatment for heartburn, experts say. The titanium magnetic bracelet allows food to pass... Read more »
New acid reflux surgery can rebuild damaged esophagus valve
A new surgical device called Esophyx may help doctors treat chronic acid reflux before the symptoms cause permanent damage. The device allows doctors... Read more »
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