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laparoscopic fundoplication
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what is 'laparoscopic fundoplication'?
Definition for Laparoscopic fundoplication
Laparoscopic fundoplication is a medical procedure used for such diagnoses as: GERD, esophageal stricture and esophagitis.
related diagnosis for 'laparoscopic fundoplication'
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diagnosis
GERD
reflux of acid stomach contents into esophagus
Laparoscopic fundoplication and GERD
esophageal stricture
a ring or mass of tissue causing an obstruction in the esophagus resulting in narrowing
Laparoscopic fundoplication and esophageal stricture
esophagitis
inflammation of esophagus
Laparoscopic fundoplication and esophagitis
hiatus hernia
protrusion of stomach into chest through weakness in diaphragm
Laparoscopic fundoplication and hiatus hernia
related procedure for 'laparoscopic fundoplication'/associated diagnoses
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procedures
cine-esophagram
Laparoscopic fundoplication and cine-esophagram
double contrast upper GI study
Laparoscopic fundoplication and double contrast upper GI study
Avoid Smoking
Laparoscopic fundoplication and Avoid Smoking
Barium Swallow
Laparoscopic fundoplication and Barium Swallow
Capsule endoscopy
Laparoscopic fundoplication and Capsule endoscopy
Esophageal capsule endoscopy (ECE)
Laparoscopic fundoplication and Esophageal capsule endoscopy (ECE)
Esophagoscopy
Endoscopy
Laparoscopic fundoplication and Esophagoscopy
Fluoroscopy
Laparoscopic fundoplication and Fluoroscopy
Limit spicy foods
Laparoscopic fundoplication and Limit spicy foods
Reduce Caffeine Intake
Laparoscopic fundoplication and Reduce Caffeine Intake
Video capsule endoscopy
Laparoscopic fundoplication and Video capsule endoscopy
avoid spicy foods
Laparoscopic fundoplication and avoid spicy foods
diet modification
Laparoscopic fundoplication and diet modification
fluoroscopic esophagogram
Laparoscopic fundoplication and fluoroscopic esophagogram
Jejunal interposition
Laparoscopic fundoplication and Jejunal interposition
feeding jejunostomy
Laparoscopic fundoplication and feeding jejunostomy
Anti-Reflux Surgery
Laparoscopic fundoplication and Anti-Reflux Surgery
Avoid Lying Down after Meals
Laparoscopic fundoplication and Avoid Lying Down after Meals
Esophageal Manometry
Esophageal Motility
Laparoscopic fundoplication and Esophageal Manometry
Hill repair
Laparoscopic fundoplication and Hill repair
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related medication for 'laparoscopic fundoplication'/associated diagnoses
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cimetidine(tagamet)
Laparoscopic fundoplication and cimetidine(tagamet)
famotidine(pepcid)
Laparoscopic fundoplication and famotidine(pepcid)
lansoprazole(prevacid)
Laparoscopic fundoplication and lansoprazole(prevacid)
omeprazole(prilosec )
Laparoscopic fundoplication and omeprazole(prilosec )
pantoprazole(protonix , protonix iv)
Laparoscopic fundoplication and pantoprazole(protonix , protonix iv)
rabeprazole(aciphex )
Laparoscopic fundoplication and rabeprazole(aciphex )
ranitidine(zantac)
Laparoscopic fundoplication and ranitidine(zantac)
metoclopramide
Laparoscopic fundoplication and metoclopramide
nizatidine(axid , axid pulvules)
Laparoscopic fundoplication and nizatidine(axid , axid pulvules)
esomeprazole(nexium , nexium iv)
Laparoscopic fundoplication and esomeprazole(nexium , nexium iv)
omeprazole-sodium bicarbonate(zegerid )
Laparoscopic fundoplication and omeprazole-sodium bicarbonate(zegerid )
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web search results for 'laparoscopic fundoplication'?
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Barrett's esophagus: the role of laparoscopic fundoplication.
... endoscopic findings after laparoscopic fundoplication for Barrett's esophagus (BE) ... esophageal adenocarcinoma is not eliminated by laparoscopic fundoplication. ...
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/14759403
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The Extended Learning Curve for Laparoscopic Fundoplication: A Cohort ...
... curve associated with laparoscopic Nissen fundoplication (LNF) in a given ... on 400 patients undergoing laparoscopic fundoplication for over 10 years. ...
http://www.pubmedcentral.nih.gov/articlerender.fcgi?artid=1852390
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Laparoscopic fundoplication in patients with an aperistaltic esophagus ...
... determine the outcome of laparoscopic fundoplication in the subset of patients ... esophagus who underwent a laparoscopic fundoplication were identified. ...
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16643177?dopt=Abstract
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Laparoscopic Nissen fundoplication: two-year comprehensive follow-up of ...
... physiologic approach to laparoscopic fundoplication for gastroesophageal reflux disease. ... and after laparoscopic Nissen fundoplication without routine ...
http://www.pubmedcentral.nih.gov/articlerender.fcgi?artid=1191168
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Types of Fundoplication - GERD Surgery - Hiatal Hernia Surgery
There are two types of fundoplication surgery: Laparoscopic and Open. ... Laparoscopic fundoplication may not be appropriate for some patients. ...
http://heartburn.about.com/od/faq1/f/fundotypes.htm
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Fundoplication surgery for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
During fundoplication surgery, the upper curve of the stomach (the fundus) is ... some studies indicate that laparoscopic fundoplication improves GERD symptoms in ...
http://www.webmd.com/heartburn-gerd/fundoplication-surgery-f...
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Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease and Heartburn
Laparoscopic Fundoplication. ... Overall, laparoscopic fundoplication appears to be safe ... These are uncommon, particularly with laparoscopic fundoplication. ...
http://adam.about.com/reports/000085_10.htm
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Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease - eMedicine.com
Clinical and treatment information.
http://www.emedicine.com/med/topic857.htm
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Fundoplication Surgery Information by MedicineNet.com
Learn about fundoplication, a surgical procedure to treat ... The advantage of the laparoscopic method is a speedier recovery and less post-operative pain. ...
http://www.medicinenet.com/fundoplication/article.htm
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NIDDK Clearinghouses Reference Collection
Influence of Esophageal Length on Outcomes After Laparoscopic Fundoplication. ... have an increased risk of reoperation after laparoscopic antireflux surgery. ...
http://catalog.niddk.nih.gov/resources/results.cfm?result=6&...
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eMedicine Image Search
Laparoscopic Nissen fundoplication. Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease ... Appearance of the esophagus during laparoscopic fundoplication. ...
http://emedicine.com/asp/image_search.asp?query=Gastroesophageal+Reflux
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Nissen fundoplication - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Laparoscopic reoperation for failed antireflux procedures" ... Gastric bypass surgery - Gastroenterostomy - Nissen fundoplication - Gastropexy ...
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nissen_fundoplication
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MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Hiatal hernia repair
... be wrapped around the esophagus (fundoplication) to reduce heartburn due to acid ... Laparoscopic procedures use smaller cuts than open surgery, which results in ...
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002925.htm
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GERD - Fundoplication - Treatment for Hiatal Hernias
Fundoplication is the standard surgical treatment for GERD. ... What are the types of fundoplication surgery? Laparoscopic fundoplication is most often performed. ...
http://heartburn.about.com/od/medicalprocedures/a/fundoplication.htm
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eMedicine - Gastroesophageal Reflux: Surgical Perspective : Article by ...
Laparoscopic fundoplication has quickly gained acceptance for use in children as ... the Stretta procedure with laparoscopic fundoplication in 140 adults with ...
http://www.emedicine.com/ped/topic2957.htm
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Evidence-Based Appraisal of Antireflux Fundoplication
... fundoplication" was performed for the first time through a laparoscopic approach. ... of open versus laparoscopic fundoplication were investigated in 6 ...
http://www.pubmedcentral.nih.gov/articlerender.fcgi?artid=1356230
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Laparoscopic surgery - series
... (laparoscopic cholecystectomy), esophageal surgery (laparoscopic fundoplication) ... One advantage of laparoscopic surgery is that patients recover much ...
http://adam.about.com/surgery/Laparoscopic-surgery-series.htm
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MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia:Laparoscopic surgery - series: Aftercare
... (laparoscopic cholecystectomy), esophageal surgery (laparoscopic fundoplication) ... One advantage of laparoscopic surgery is that patients recover much ...
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/presentations/100166_4.htm
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Digestive Diseases Interactive Health Education Tools from NIH
Cholecystectomy ? Open Laparoscopic (Gallbladder Removal ... Laparoscopic Nissen Fundoplication Surgery ... Laparoscopic Incisional/Ventral Hernia Repair ...
http://digestive.niddk.nih.gov/resources/HealthTools/index.htm
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eMedicine - Minimal Access Surgery : Article by Marc A Levitt
... with Dor anterior fundoplication via a laparoscopic approach is ideal for ... However, laparoscopic fundoplication offers excellent visualization of the ...
http://www.emedicine.com/ped/topic2977.htm
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Cholecystectomy - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
3 Operative details and information for patients for laparoscopic cholecystectomy ... Gastric bypass surgery - Gastroenterostomy - Nissen fundoplication - Gastropexy ...
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cholecystectomy
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Should I use medications or surgery to treat gastroesophageal reflux ...
Fundoplication surgery using a laparoscopic technique is being done more often ... some studies indicate that laparoscopic fundoplication improves GERD symptoms in ...
http://www.webmd.com/heartburn-gerd/should-i-use-medications...
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When Fundoplication Fails
... in 1991,1 laparoscopic Nissen (360 degree) fundoplication has become the most ... to 96%, making the laparoscopic Nissen fundoplication the gold standard for ...
http://www.pubmedcentral.nih.gov/articlerender.fcgi?artid=1357166
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Computer-enhanced vs. standard laparoscopic antireflux surgery.
... "robotic" fundoplication compared to standard laparoscopic control procedures. ... the robotic group but six in the laparoscopic group reported regular use. ...
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11986012
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Fundoplication Glossary of Terms with Definitions on MedicineNet.com
Fundoplication glossary includes a list of Fundoplication related ... See the entire definition of Laparoscopic. Laparotomy: An operation to open the abdomen. ...
http://www.medicinenet.com/fundoplication/glossary.htm
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Five-Year Subjective and Objective Results of Laparoscopic and ...
Laparoscopic Nissen fundoplication (LNF) has become the leading surgical ... Nissen and Toupet laparoscopic fundoplication significantly improved patients' ...
http://www.pubmedcentral.nih.gov/articlerender.fcgi?artid=1570591
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Heller myotomy - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
... performed using minimally invasive laparoscopic techniques, which minimize risks ... In Dor or anterior fundoplication, which is the most common method, ...
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Heller_myotomy
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Surgical Procedures
When lifestyle changes, medication and non-surgical options no longer bring relief ... The laparoscopic surgery for treatment of GERD, fundoplication, involves ...
http://heartburn.about.com/cs/surgicalprocedures/
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eMedicine Image Search
... of a 3-year old child six months after successful laparoscopic Nissen fund ... Operative laparoscopic photograph of the completed Nissen fundoplication ...
http://emedicine.com/asp/image_search.asp?query=Gastroesopha...
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MedlinePlus: Hiatal Hernia
Laparoscopic Nissen Fundoplication Surgery(OR-Live) - Requires media player ... Traumatic right paraesophageal hernia after Belsey Mark IV fundoplication. ...
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/hiatalhernia.html
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Laparoscopic anterior hernia repair - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Laparoscopic anterior hernia repair is the method by which a hiatal hernia in ... anteriorly and not posteriorly as in the fundoplication procedure. ...
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Laparoscopic_anterior_hernia_repair
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eMedicine - Gastroesophageal Reflux: Surgical Perspective : Article ...
... 6 First reported in 1991, laparoscopic fundoplication is well studied ... Laparoscopic fundoplication has quickly gained acceptance for use in children as ...
http://www.emedicine.com/ped/byname/gastroesophageal-reflux-...
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Computer-assisted robotic antireflux surgery.
The current standard is laparoscopic fundoplication. ... in laparoscopy, reduces some of the shortcomings of the laparoscopic approach. ...
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/12008758
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A randomized, prospective comparison of the Nissen fundoplication ...
... physiologic approach to laparoscopic fundoplication for gastroesophageal reflux disease. ... of laparoscopic partial (Toupet) and complete (Rosetti-Nissen) ...
http://www.pubmedcentral.nih.gov/articlerender.fcgi?artid=1190862
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Heller Myotomy Versus Heller Myotomy With Dor Fundoplication for Achalasia
Laparoscopic myotomy with Dor fundoplication has been studied by several authors ... laparoscopic Heller myotomy alone to Heller plus partial Dor fundoplication for ...
http://www.pubmedcentral.nih.gov/articlerender.fcgi?artid=1356431
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Your Guide to GERD - If Symptoms Persist
Learn what GERD is, what causes it, what the symptoms are, how it is treated, ... Laparoscopic fundoplication has been used safely and effectively in people of ...
http://heartburn.about.com/od/gerdacidrefluxdisease/ss/gerdguide_6.htm?p=1
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eMedicine Image Search
Nissen fundoplication. Postoperative view, with gastrostomy in ... One month postoperatively after a laparoscopic pyloromyotomy. Results 37-45 of 45. First ...
http://emedicine.com/asp/image_search.asp?query=Minimal+Access+Surgery&offset=-1
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MedicineNet Laparoscopy Specialty
... Laparoscopy Specialty. Laparoscopic Surgery on Pancreas ... The Digestive System. Appendicitis. Fundoplication. Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy. Stomach Cancer ...
http://www.medicinenet.com/rss/specialty/Laparoscopy.xml
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Heartburn, Hiatal Hernia, and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Information about these conditions from the National Digestive Diseases Information Clearinghouse.
http://digestive.niddk.nih.gov/ddiseases/pubs/gerd
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Laparoscopic Heller Myotomy Provides Durable Relief From Achalasia and ...
... fundoplication has been unitized in all patients undergoing laparoscopic Heller ... was sufficiently closed and the fundoplication was secured to the right crus ...
http://www.pubmedcentral.nih.gov/articlerender.fcgi?artid=1357127
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Medical Procedures - Surgical Options For Treating Acid Reflux
With long-term GERD, complications may occur, and more than life-style changes ... Fundoplication is the standard surgical treatment for GERD. ...
http://heartburn.about.com/od/medicalprocedures/Surgical_Opt...
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eMedicine - Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease : Article Excerpt by P ...
Gastroesophageal reflux is a normal physiological phenomenon experienced ... EGD, laparoscopic fundoplication, Nissen fundoplication ...
http://www.emedicine.com/med/byname/gastroesophageal-reflux-disease.htm
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Laparoscopic esophageal myotomy for achalasia: factors affecting ...
... functional results after laparoscopic esophageal myotomy (LEM) for ... A partial fundoplication was performed in 198 patients (94%); posterior in 135 ...
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16181839
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Paradigm Shift in the Management of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
Laparoscopic fundoplication (LF) has been shown to be safe and effective for the ... of the complexity of laparoscopic fundoplication is the current rate of ...
http://www.pubmedcentral.nih.gov/articlerender.fcgi?artid=1514514
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GERD Surgery Doesn't Prevent Cancer - Digestion and Digestive-Related ...
... irrespective of symptoms--or anti-reflux surgery (also known as fundoplication) ... More recently, laparoscopic surgical techniques have been developed. ...
http://www.medicinenet.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=19474
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MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia:Gastroesophageal reflux - series: Incision
... surgical treatment of esophageal reflux is called esophageal fundoplication. ... performed through an upper midline incision, or using a laparoscopic procedure. ...
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/presentations/100181_3.htm
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Gastroesophageal reflux - series
... surgical treatment of esophageal reflux is called esophageal fundoplication. ... be performed through an upper midline incision or using a laparoscopic procedure. ...
http://adam.about.com/reports/Gastroesophageal-reflux-series.htm
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Randomized Controlled Trial of Botulinum Toxin Versus Laparoscopic ...
To compare laparoscopic cardia myotomy and fundoplication with botulinum toxin ... Heller laparoscopic cardiomyotomy with antireflux anterior fundoplication (Dor) ...
http://www.pubmedcentral.nih.gov/articlerender.fcgi?tool=pub...
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Frequently Asked Questions About Digestive Disorders
Find answers to common questions about GERD, hiatal hernias, ulcers, and other ... There are two types of fundoplication surgery: Laparoscopic and Open. ...
http://heartburn.about.com/od/faq1/Frequently_Asked_Question...
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eMedicine - Achalasia : Article by P Marco Fisichella
Sir Thomas Willis described achalasia in 1672. In 1881, von Mikulicz described the ... by many to be a laparoscopic Heller myotomy and partial fundoplication. ...
http://www.emedicine.com/med/topic16.htm
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