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GERD (Acid Reflux) (Expert Forum)
GERD and Barretts Esophagus
Answered by
Ratnakar Kini, MD - Gastroenterology, Pediatrics, acid reflux, gerd, colitis
Institute of Child Health & Hospital for Children
India
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GERD and Barretts Esophagus
by CatrionaniT, Jan 18, 2008 11:03AM
I'm about to have Nissen Fundoplication surgery (Tuesday) for the treatment of GERD as it has progressed to Barretts although thankfully there are no signs of dysplasia. I have suffered with GERD since I was 17 and am now 33. Reading up, I understand that Barretts normally affects white men over 50, so I don't know what's happened with me! My father sadly passed away from complications associated with Barretts at 41 and I'm doing everything I can to prevent the same thing happening to me. Thankfully things have progressed so much since then in the medical profession and I'm thankful that I am having the surgery. What I would like to know is by having this surgery, will it slow down the progession of the Barretts?
Doctor's Answer
by Ratnakar Kini, MD, Jan 20, 2008 08:34AM
, Jan 20, 2008 08:34AM
Hi CatrionaniT,
Nissen's fundoplication may stop the progression and may even can cause regression of Barrett's esophagus. This of course -only if the surgery is successful.
But you should remember, not all patients show improvement.
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The information provided is for patients’ education only and is not a medical advice. Always consult your personal physician for complete evaluation of your health problem.
- Ratnakar Kini M.D.
Nissen's fundoplication may stop the progression and may even can cause regression of Barrett's esophagus. This of course -only if the surgery is successful.
But you should remember, not all patients show improvement.
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The information provided is for patients’ education only and is not a medical advice. Always consult your personal physician for complete evaluation of your health problem.
- Ratnakar Kini M.D.
