Fundoplication

2019-04-08 16:51:28
Done Lap fundoplication for belching, acidic gerd,severe esophagitis(Gr-C)and ineffective esophageal motility...What type of fundoplication has been done(attached)nd what r the success rates in long term...Does it cure or control reflux?plz tell
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It is nissen fundoplication in which full circumference of esophagus is covered by stomach wall. It has high success rates in controlling reflux because Complete covering is done.

Answered2019-04-08 16:59:36

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