Acid reflux can be caused by many everyday activities of a normal, healthy individual. For example, you may feel a burning sensation in your chest after eating something acidic or laying down after eating. While these occurrences are uncomfortable, they don’t always indicate long-term issues with acid reflux. It is important to be able to recognize when your acid reflux becomes a persistent issue so that treatment can be sought out.
Acid reflux occurs when stomach acid leaks into the esophagus from the stomach due to a weakened lower esophageal sphincter. Some signs of persistent acid reflux include heartburn, chest pain, nausea or regurgitation, bad breath, and dysphagia (difficulty swallowing).
If you are suffering from these symptoms, physicians may recommend conservative treatment options such as medication or lifestyle modifications. However, patients can be unresponsive to these non-surgical treatments, requiring further intervention.
Nissen fundoplication is a surgical procedure that tightens the junction between the esophagus and the stomach preventing acid reflux. This is accomplished by wrapping the upper part of the stomach around the lower esophageal sphincter reinforcing its ability to close. This procedure is minimally invasive when performed laparoscopically and has high success rates in acid reflux prevention.
You may want to consider Nissen fundoplication surgery if:
- Conservative treatments failed to prevent acid reflux
- Your symptoms regularly cause immense pain and discomfort
- You develop conditions caused by persistent acid reflux (chronic esophagitis, Barrett’s esophagus, peptic stricture, etc.)
Nissen fundoplication can be extremely successful at relieving acid reflux, especially if other treatment methods have been exhausted. If you believe that you could be a candidate for Nissen fundoplication surgery, contact Dr. Ahmad for a consultation today!
Dr. Arif Ahmad specializes in laparoscopic robotic surgery and has performed over 2,000 laparoscopic robotic surgeries. He is renowned in the Long Island area for his impeccable track record of safety and success.
