Aug. 8, 2003 — Posterior partial fundoplication adequately controlled gastroesophageal reflux (GER), whereas the anterior approach gave unacceptable results in a randomized controlled trial reported ...

December 14, 2011 — The complete fixed "nondeformable" fundoplication resulted in a lower long-term recurrence of gastroesophageal reflux disease than the Nissen and partial fundoplication techniques, ...

Gastroesophageal reflux disease is a widespread public health concern. It can lead to the development of Barrett's epithelium, which confers a higher risk of esophageal adenocarcinoma. Surgical ...

1. Which doctor performs Nissen fundoplication? Nissen fundoplication is carried out by a gastroenterology surgeon. 2. Can gastroesophageal reflux disease be cured? Patients who undergo ...

Fundoplication surgery is a procedure that can help strengthen the opening between the esophagus and stomach, which can help prevent acid reflux in individuals with GERD. The surgical team will ...

A 70-year-old man who was visiting Boston came to the emergency room in January 1998 with pain in his left shoulder that radiated to his neck. The hematocrit was 16 percent. His medical history ...

Surgery for a hiatal hernia is considered when symptoms are severe, don’t respond to other treatments, or if there’s a risk of serious complications like strangulation, bleeding, or esophageal ...