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3 Effective Surgical Treatments for GERD

Gastro esophageal reflux disease or GERD is a condition that impacts the muscles between the stomach and esophagus. If you have GERD, you may experience frequent heartburns and acidic indigestion. It is caused when the food along with acidic digestive juices flows back to the esophagus causing a burning sensation in the chest. Some people can ease the GERD symptoms by making some changes in their diet and lifestyle along with some medication.<br>

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3 Effective Surgical Treatments for GERD

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  1. 3 Effective Surgical Treatments for GERD Gastro esophageal reflux disease or GERD is a condition that impacts the muscles between the stomach and esophagus. If you have GERD, you may experience frequent heartburns and acidic indigestion. It is caused when the food along with acidic digestive juices flows back to the esophagus causing a burning sensation in the chest. Some people can ease the GERD symptoms by making some changes in their diet and lifestyle along with some medication.

  2. LINX • LINX is a minimally invasive surgical procedure that is used to relieve the GERD symptoms after medication has failed to produce any results. LINX is a simple device made from magnetic titanium beads. The device is wrapped around the point where the esophagus and stomach meet. The magnetic force of the beads keeps it tight enough to stop the acid reflux, but it can expand to let the food pass through the esophagus. The device is placed in the body through a laparoscopic procedure. This procedure does not have any side-effects, and also the patient does not have to follow any post-op diet.

  3. Nissen Fundoplication • Nissen Fundoplication is a traditional laparoscopic surgery that is used as a permanent solution for GERD when medication and diet changes cannot control the refluxes. During this procedure, the upper part of the stomach is wrapped around the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) that strengthens the sphincter and prevents digestive acids from entering the esophagus. It is performed as a minimally invasive procedure. When performed by experienced general surgeons, the procedure is effective and safe for all age groups.

  4. Gastric Bypass • Gastric bypass is a weight loss surgery that is performed on morbidly obese patients. Obesity is a major cause of a variety of health problems, including GERD. During the surgery, the part of the stomach that produces acid is separated from the LES and reduces the possibility of acid reflux. Additionally, weight loss that is achieved due to gastric bypass surgery also eases the GERD symptoms. The procedure is ideal for patients that have a body mass index of more than 35.

  5. Wrap Up • Anti-reflux surgery can help you get long term relief from GERD. When performed by an experienced doctor, the anti-reflux surgeries are safe and effective. If you are looking for a doctor to consult regarding Anti-reflux surgery in Fort Worth, Dallas or nearby areas in Texas, get in touch with a reputable general surgeon in Dallas, Tx with a proven track record of helping patients with GERD symptoms.

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