What Helps Acid Reflux?
9. Fundoplication
Fundoplication is a procedure that involves taking the top of the stomach and wrapping it around the esophageal sphincter. This can help to strengthen the sphincter, helping to prevent food from escaping from the stomach. This procedure can usually be performed with minimally invasive surgery.
There are three main types of fundoplication available, each of which may be more or less suitable according to the specifics of the case. The procedure is usually straightforward but complications will arise in some cases. These complications include stitches breaking open, infection, an inability to vomit, and bloating. Another potential complication is dumping syndrome, which means that the food is travelling to the small intestines from the stomach too quickly.
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