Nissen Fundoplication: What Is It, Procedure Details & Recovery
WEBApr 26, 2021 · A Nissen fundoplication is a surgery to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). During the procedure, a surgeon creates a sphincter (tightening muscle) at the bottom of the esophagus to prevent acid reflux. Most people notice a significant decrease in acid reflux symptoms after the surgery.
What to Expect After Your Nissen Fundoplication or Hiatal Hernia ...
WEBAug 12, 2022 · This information explains what to expect after your Nissen fundoplication (fun-doe-ply-CAY-shun) or hiatal (hi-A-tul) hernia surgery. A member of your care team will give you instructions for getting ready for your surgery.
General Surgery - Nissen Fundoplication
WEBA NIssen fundoplication is the definitive surgical treatment for GERD where medical therapy has failed and to acheive a permanent solution to the problem of acid reflux backup into the stomach.
Nissen fundoplication - Wikipedia
WEBA Nissen fundoplication, or laparoscopic Nissen fundoplication when performed via laparoscopic surgery, is a surgical procedure to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and hiatal hernia. In GERD, it is usually performed when medical therapy has failed; but, with a Type II (paraesophageal) hiatus hernia, it is the first-line procedure.
Hiatal Hernia Surgery Recovery | Nissen ... - University Hospitals
WEBYou'll want to follow the hiatal hernia diet and other care guidelines provided by your specialist for optimal hiatal hernia (Nissen Fundoplication & Paraesophageal) surgery. Learn what to expect after hiatal hernia surgery at University Hospitals.
Nissen Fundoplication | UCSF Department of Surgery
WEBDuring the Nissen fundoplication, the upper part of the stomach is wrapped around the LES to strengthen the sphincter, prevent acid reflux, and repair a hiatal hernia.
Robotic Nissen Fundoplication (Acid Reflux Surgery)/ Hiatal Hernia
WEBRobotic Nissen Fundoplication allows for a faster recovery and less visible scarring than an open procedure. Are you a candidate for the robotic method? Although robotic anti-reflux surgery has many benefits, it may not be appropriate for some patients.
Transthoracic Repair of Slipped Nissen Fundoplications: Technique and ...
WEBTransthoracic repair of a slipped Nissen fundoplication results in clinical improvement of symptoms in the majority of patients who have had a transthoracic migration of the wrap, often as a result of multiple failed previous abdominal repairs.
Nissen Fundoplication/Paraesophageal Hernia Repair
WEBNissen fundoplication is a surgical procedure used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD, and hiatal hernia. It tightens and reinforces the sphincter at the top of the stomach to prevent stomach acid from rising into the esophagus.
Hiatal Hernia Surgery: Recovery, Scars, and More - Verywell Health
WEBAug 10, 2023 · Hiatal hernia surgery (also known as “hiatal hernia repair”) is a procedure that treats hiatal hernia, a condition in which the stomach pushes into the chest cavity. This occurs due to weakness in the diaphragm, a thin band of muscle that keeps the abdomen and chest cavity separate.