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I have dysmotility of esophagus and gerd 3mmhg (scleroderma). will be posibble to do fundoplication in the future if my esophagus will be ok? thanks
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Not indicated: Esophageal dysmotility is usually a strong contraindication for consideration of fundoplication surgery, as that surgery may cause worsening symptoms or an obstruction.
Answered 9/29/2016
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