Dr. Vartabedian recently wrote about a new surgical device which is now available and approved for use to treat some individuals who experience acid reflux. This week, I will use Dr. Vartabedian's blog as a springboard to help you determine if this new surgical device may or may not help your family. This is also the decision-making process I will use for my own family.
1. In layman's terms, what is the new device/procedure?
The EsophyX device is designed to repair damage to the stomach's...
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Source: eOrthopod
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