Friday, October, 30, 2009
Lower Stomach Pain Gas
Health Encyclopedia: Acid Reflux Gerd Surgery Fundoplication
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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...blood-clot formation, and to hasten recovery.Walking and slow, deep breathing exercises may help to relieve
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