Gastroesophageal reflux disease
Alternate Names : Peptic esophagitis, Reflux esophagitis, GERD, Heartburn - chronic, Dyspepsia - GERD
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Gastroesophageal reflux - series
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Normal anatomy
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Indication
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Incision
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Procedure, part 1
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Procedure, part 2
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Gastroesophageal reflux - series Procedure, part 2
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There are a number of different types of fundoplication procedures, which all involve wrapping a part of the upper stomach around the esophagus and re-creating the lower esophageal sphincter. The most commonly performed fundoplication procedure is called Nissen's fundoplication. Fundoplication generally has excellent results, and cures reflux disease without the need for life-long anti-acid medications.
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