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Gastroenterology (Expert Forum)
funoplication surgery
This forum is for questions regarding Gastroenterology issues such as Acid Reflux (GERD), Barretts Esophagus, Colitis, Colon/Bowel Disorders, Crohn's Disease, Diverticulitis/Diverticulosis, Digestive Disorders, IBS, Stomach Pain.
funoplication surgery
by sue-evans, Nov 19, 1998 12:00AM
I have had reflux for over 13 years now. I am a 49 year old female. I have been told I will have to have surgery and I would like to hear some of the pros and cons of this surgery. What type of success rate is there with this procedure? I have been on Prilosec 100mg. for a month now with no results. thanks, sue
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Dear Sue,
Fundoplication done by an experienced surgeon has excellent results regarding improvement in reflux. Some physicians obtain a gastric emptying study presurgery to exclude the possibility of post perative gastroparesis causing bloating, nausea and gas pains.
This information is presented for educational purposs only. Ask specific questions to your personal physician.
HFHSM.D.-rf
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