Endoluminal fundoplication

Minim Invasive Ther Allied Technol. 2006;15(6):356-65. doi: 10.1080/13645700601040594.

Abstract

In GERD patients in whom pharmacological therapies are ineffective and anti-reflux surgery is not indicated, a viable option could be proposed. To date, several endoscopic antireflux procedures, involving sewing, injection and/or implant, and radiofrequency are available. The sewing techniques demonstrated good clinical results, with reduction in proton pump inhibitors consumption; despite significant changes in esophageal manometry and/or acid exposure time reduction and healing of esophagitis were noted only in few patients.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Endoscopy, Gastrointestinal / methods*
  • Fundoplication / instrumentation
  • Fundoplication / methods*
  • Gastroesophageal Reflux / surgery*
  • Humans