LAPAROSCOPIC NISSEN FUNDOPLICATION

Laparoscopic Nissen Fundoplication better known as Lap Nissen, is a specific procedure to aid in the Gastric Esophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). GERD is a digestive disorder that is caused by gastric acid flowing from the stomach into the esophagus.

Lap Nissen For Acid Reflux
Gastroesophageal refers to the stomach and esophagus, and reflux means to flow back or return. Gastroesophageal reflux is the return of acidic stomach juices, or food and fluids, back up into the esophagus, which can be aided with the Lap Nissen procedure. After food passes through the esophagus into the stomach, a muscular valve called the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) closes, preventing the movement of food or acid upward. Gastroesophageal reflux occurs when the LES relaxes inappropriately, allowing acid from the stomach to flow backward into the esophagus.

Heartburn, also called acid indigestion, is the most common symptom of GERD.
If left untreated, gastroesophageal reflux can cause esophageal ulcers, esophageal bleeding, and narrowing of the esophagus (peptic stricture). Untreated GERD is the number one cause of esophageal cancer. A hiatal hernia may be associated with GERD. Severe heartburn may also result from hiatal hernia. A hiatal hernia is caused by an opening in the diaphragm, a flat muscle that separates the chest from the abdomen, allowing a portion of the stomach to protrude into the chest. This condition can then cause the LES to fail. Although most cases of gastroesophageal reflux are caused by a weakened valve, there are other causes that need to be assessed by your doctor.

Call Bali Surgical today for a consultation if you’re experiencing chronic issues. Relief could be right around the corner.