Post Fundoplication Endoscopic Examination (2 of 5)

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Case description

Statust Post Laparoscopic Nissen fundoplication. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a disorder that affects the lower esophageal sphincter or valve separating stomach from esophagus. This valve normally prevents food from regurgitation back into the esophagus. Patients with GERD have a weakened sphincter that allows for stomach acid to flow back into the esophagus. The esophageal lining becomes inflamed and patients experience heartburn, chest pain, and even a sour taste in their mouth. If left untreated, GERD can lead to ulcer formation, bleeding, and scarring. After a 360 Nissen fundoplication, with 2 cm wrap completely encircling the esophagogastric junction. Note that the gastric folds of the grap are parallel to the diaphagm.

tags: endoscopy fundoplication gastroscopy gerd nissen

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