[Antireflux endoscopic procedures]

Pol Merkur Lekarski. 2004:17 Suppl 1:80-1.
[Article in Polish]

Abstract

In recent few years there took place a significant development of endoscopic antireflux procedures. There appeared a need for review of these procedures. There could be distinguished three basic directions in treatment; endoscopic sewing, injection and implantation technique based on administering polymer-based, biologically neutral substances and the technique based on applying radiation of radiowave length in the region of lower esophageal sphincter.

Publication types

  • English Abstract
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Endoscopy / methods*
  • Fundoplication / methods
  • Gastroesophageal Reflux / prevention & control
  • Gastroesophageal Reflux / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Suture Techniques