Editorial

Patient Satisfaction After Laparoscopic Antireflux Surgery: Community Achievement

Authors: Michael France, MD, Kevin E. Behrns, MD

Abstract

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a common problem, with up to 40% of the population having reflux symptoms during their lives. Fortunately for most, symptoms are either mild and infrequent or can be successfully managed with anti-acid medications such as histamine receptor-2 (H2) antagonists or proton pump inhibitors. However, some patients with severe disease fail to respond to medical therapy and will potentially benefit from surgery. With the advent of less invasive laparoscopic surgery, patients with moderate-to-severe disease controlled by medication, but who do not wish to take medication for the rest of their lives, are also considered for surgery.

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