It is a surgery that takes part of the upper part of the stomach and wraps it around the esophagus. The purpose is to strengthen the valve there and help prevent stomach acid from coming up.
Nissen fundoplication and laparoscopic fundoplication,
Nissen fundoplication should be capitalized as it is a proper noun referring to a specific medical procedure named after the surgeon who developed it, Dr. Rudolf Nissen. For example, "The patient underwent a Nissen fundoplication to treat their severe acid reflux."
Absolutely. In fact, many patients who have had Nissen fundoplication are required to have barriatric revisions.
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If a fundoplication comes undone, then the symptoms of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease or?æhiatal hernia can recur. This can happen?æin 5-10% of cases.
Complications, though rare, can occur during fundoplication. These complications can include injury to such surrounding tissues and organs, as the liver, esophagus, spleen, and stomach.
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To learn more about the Nissen Fundoplication on the Wikipedia website. They have details on the history, technique and possible complications. Information can also be found on WebMD.
Mortality is extremely rare during or following fundoplication
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The University of Chicago Medical Center claims to have some of the best doctors and surgeons in the world who specialize in esophageal diseases. They do the Nissen Fundoplication surgery as well as other procedures for gastroesophageal disorders. Good luck!
About 60 to 90 minutes but it may take longer in obese patients or patients who have had previous surgery ( operating time)