Laparoscopic antireflux surgery in the elderly

Laparoscopic antireflux surgery in the elderly

Introduction Laparoscopic antireflux surgery (LARS) has shown excellent results for treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). With success rates between 93% and 97% and a low incidence of complications. Life expectancy in our country is increasing and more patients over 65 years of age are admitted for surgical intervention. The aim of this retrospective study was to compare reflux a...

Long term quality of life after laparoscopic antireflux surgery for the elderly

BACKGROUND Studies have previously shown laparoscopic antireflux surgery is a safe and effective treatment for GERD even in elderly patients. The aim of the current study was to evaluate patients receiving laparoscopic antireflux surgery before and after 65 years of age and to assess their surgical outcomes and improvements in long term quality of life. METHODS Patients were given a standardi...

Measuring the effectiveness of laparoscopic antireflux surgery: long-term results.

OBJECTIVE To evaluate long-term results and quality of life of patients undergoing laparoscopic antireflux surgery. DESIGN A validated survey instrument, the Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease-Health-Related Quality-of-Life Scale (GERD-HRQL) was mailed to all patients who underwent laparoscopic fundoplications (LFs) from 1997 to 2006. Additional information was obtained regarding reintervention,...

Hiatal Closure – New Trends in Laparoscopic Antireflux Surgery

Laparoscopic Antireflux Surgery vs Esomeprazole Treatment for Chronic GERD

GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX disease (GERD) is a highly prevalent disorder caused by the reflux of gastric contents into the esophagus. It is a chronic, relapsing disease that negatively affects patients’ health-related quality of life and reduces work productivity. Consequently, a long-term management plan is required for each individual patient. Maintenance treatment with proton pump inhibitor (PP...