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A member asked:

Is laparoscopic fundoplication effective for acid reflux disease?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Rafael Lugo answered

Specializes in General Surgery

Yes: It is very effective if done after a complete work up and hit the right reasons.

Answered 3/6/2015

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Dr. Loki Skylizard answered

Specializes in Thoracic Surgery

Agree: It can be very effective if done after complete evaluation for appropriate indications by well trained surgeon.

Answered 3/26/2013

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I had a Nideen fundoplication surgery about 5 years ago for Barrett's Osephagus. Have UC. Started having acid reflux this last week?

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Had nissen fundoplication surgery 10/10, solved issue with reflux of acid into esophagus, now i suffer with excessive gas. What to try to stop gas?

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How does one make the decision to have surgery (toupet fundoplications) when your quality of life is poor with the condition (constant reflux acid despite diet & meds) but you don't want it to be worse (risk for dumping syndrome, swallowing issues)?

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Hiatal hernia repair without fundoplication possible? I don't have acid reflux problems. But constant shoulder tightness, SOB, andchestpain when relax

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A doctor diagnosed me with Hiatal Hernia which causes my acid reflux. What treatment do u think is best, long term PPi or fundoplication?

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