GERD Surgery
Laparoscopic Fundoplication Video

This video shows a laparoscopic adaptation of the Nissen fundoplication. The Nissen fundoplication is a 360° suturing of the upper part of the stomach to the esophagus to create a collar that places increased pressure on the lower esophageal sphincter to prevent or decrease acid reflux. Until recently the procedure required an "open" surgery but now the use of laparoscopic technology reduces recovery time, discomfort and scarring.

GERD Surgery- Laparoscopic Fundoplication - References

By Mortin - Copyright 2010
Last modification 05/02/2010

 

Acid Reflux

Heartburn

GERD

• What is GERD?
• GERD Causes
• GERD Symptoms
• GERD Complications
• Asthma and GERD
• GERD and Obesity
• Refractory GERD
• GERD Surgery Risks
• Esophageal Stricture
• Achalasia
• Fundoplication for GERD
• Esophageal Dilation
• Stretta
• Endoscopic Suturing
• Laparoscopic Variations

Indigestion

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