6 lb neonate had nissen fundoplication surgery and now has difficulty burping. baby is 11 lbs now at 2 months adjusted age. at what age/weight will the nissen stretch and allow for normal burping?

You should: speak with the surgeon who performed the operation. The average pediatrician will not know the answer to this question, and it's best to ask the surgeon who has likely performed and followed up many of these types of cases.

1year: Often a gastrostomy is placed to prevent gas bloats. Especially if Nissan is tight. Mylicon drops are helpful to break up the gas. Inert simethicone and cannot overdose on it . These babies can be quite uncomfortable rarely need to reverse the wrap