Fundoplication—Endoscopic Surgery
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Editorial Staff and Contributors DefinitionFundoplication is surgery to wrap the upper stomach around the lower esophagus. It makes backing up of acid into the esophagus from the stomach less likely. The procedure is done through an endoscope, which is a lighted tube with a camera on the end.
Reasons for ProcedureThe surgery is most often done:
Possible ComplicationsProblems from the procedure are rare, but all procedures have some risk. Your doctor will review potential problems, like:
In rare cases, the procedure may need to be repeated. This may happen if the wrap was too tight, the wrap slips, or if a new hernia forms. Before your procedure, talk to your doctor about ways to manage factors that may increase your risk of complications such as: What to ExpectPrior to ProcedureYour doctor may do the following:
Leading up to the surgery:
AnesthesiaGeneral anesthesia will be used. It will block any pain and keep you asleep through the surgery. Description of the ProcedureThis procedure does not require incisions. A lighted tube with a camera on the end, called an endoscope, will be inserted through your mouth and down the esophagus. The scope will reach the first part of the stomach. The stomach will then be wrapped around the esophagus. If needed, any hernia will be repaired. How Long Will It Take?Less than an hour How Much Will It Hurt?Anesthesia will prevent pain during surgery. Pain and discomfort after the procedure can be managed with medications. Average Hospital Stay2-3 days (may be more or less depending on your condition) Post-procedure CareAt the HospitalAfter surgery, you can expect the following:
It will take a few days to a week to recover. Preventing InfectionDuring your stay, the hospital staff will take steps to reduce your chance of infection such as:
There are also steps you can take to reduce your chance of infection such as:
Call Your DoctorCall your doctor if any of these occur:
If you think you are having an emergency, call for emergency medical services right away. RESOURCES:National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases https://www.niddk.nih.gov Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons https://www.sages.org CANADIAN RESOURCES:Canadian Association of Gastroenterology https://www.cag-acg.org Health Canada https://www.canada.ca References:Endoscopic transoral incisionless fundoplication (TIF) or esophyx. Medical College of Wisconsin website. Available at: https://www.mcw.edu/General-Surgery/Patient-Info/GERD-Surgery-Program/Reflux-Disease/TIF.htm. Accessed January 10, 2018.
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