Laparoscopic Sphincter Augmentation Device Eliminates Reflux Symptoms and Normalizes Esophageal Acid Exposure

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Authors

Luigi Bonavina · University of Milan

Tom R. DeMeester · University of Southern California

Paul Fockens · Academic Medical Center

Daniel H. Dunn · Abbott Northwestern Hospital

Greta Saino · IRCCS Policlinico San Donato

Davide Bona · University of Milan

John C. Lipham ·

Abstract

The new laparoscopically implanted sphincter augmentation device eliminates GERD symptoms without creating undue side effects and is effective at 1 and 2 years of follow-up.

Topics & Keywords

Gastroesophageal reflux and treatments Dysphagia Assessment and Management Esophageal and GI Pathology

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Life below water

Publication Details

Published in: Annals of Surgery

Volume 252, Issue 5, pp. 857-862

DOI: 10.1097/sla.0b013e3181fd879b

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