Reflux Surgery
Advanced Surgical Treatment for Chronic Acid Reflux
Reflux Surgery is a specialized treatment for patients suffering from chronic GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease), severe acid reflux, hiatal hernia, or swallowing disorders. When medications fail to control symptoms, minimally invasive and robotic reflux surgery offers long-term relief.
Hiatal Hernia
(Fundoplication)
Occurs when part of the stomach pushes up through the diaphragm. Can cause acid reflux and heartburn symptoms.
Symptoms of Hiatal Hernia
- Chest pain
- Dyspepsia (Indigestion)
- Dysphagia (Painful Swallowing)
- Nausea vomiting
Treatment
Laparoscopic hiatal hernia repair
Robotic hiatal hernia surgery
Combined fundoplication procedure
Achalasia
Achalasia is a rare swallowing disorder where the lower esophageal sphincter fails to relax, preventing food from entering the stomach properly.
Symptoms of Hiatal Hernia
- Difficulty swallowing (dysphagia)
- Food regurgitation
- Weight loss
- Chest pain
Surgical Treatment:
- Laparoscopic Heller’s Myotomy
- POEM procedure (Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy)
Nissen’s Fundoplication
Nissen’s Fundoplication is the gold-standard reflux surgery. In this procedure, the upper part of the stomach (fundus) is wrapped around the lower esophagus to strengthen the valve and prevent acid reflux.
Benefits:
- Long-term GERD relief
- Stops acid reflux permanently
- Reduces dependency on medication
- Minimally invasive technique
Performed using laparoscopic or robotic approach for faster recovery.
Heller’s Myotomy
Heller’s Myotomy is a surgical procedure used to treat achalasia by cutting the tight lower esophageal muscle to allow food to pass easily into the stomach.
Procedure Includes
- Muscle fiber division
- Often combined with partial fundoplication
- Minimally invasive technique
Benefits
Improves swallowing
Relieves chest discomfort
Prevents food regurgitation
