Primary laparoscopic fundoplication in selected patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
K H Fuchs ◽  
W Breithaupt ◽  
G Varga ◽  
B Babic ◽  
T Schulz ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease ◽  
Gastroesophageal Reflux ◽  
Patient Selection ◽  
Laparoscopic Fundoplication ◽  
Quality Of Life Index ◽  
Selection For ◽  
Gastrointestinal Quality Of Life

Summary Background Despite proton pump inhibitors being a powerful therapeutic tool, laparoscopic fundoplication (LF) has proven successful in the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), through mechanical augmentation of a weak antireflux barrier and the advantages of minimally invasive access. A critical patient selection for LF, based on thorough preoperative assessment, is important for the management of GERD-patients. The purpose of this study is to provide an overview on the management of GERD-patients treated by primary LF in a specialized center and to illustrate the possible outcome after several years. Methods Patients were selected after going through diagnostic workup consisting of patient’s history and physical examination, upper gastrointestinal endoscopy, assessment of gastrointestinal Quality of Life Index, screening for somatoform disorders, functional assessment by esophageal manometry, (impedance)-24-hour-pH-monitoring, and selective radiographic studies. The indication for LF was based on EAES-guidelines. Either a floppy and short Nissen fundoplication was performed or a posterior Toupet-hemifundoplication was chosen. A long-term follow-up assessment was attempted after surgery. Results In total, n = 1131 patients were evaluated (603 males; 528 females; mean age; 48.3 years; and mean body mass index: 27). The mean duration between onset of symptoms and surgery was 8 years. Nissen: n = 873, Toupet: n = 258; conversion rateerativ: 0.5%; morbidity 4%, mortality: 1 (1131). Mean follow-up (n = 898; 79%): 5.6 years; pre/post-op results: esophagitis: 66%/12.1%; Gastrointestinal Quality of Life Index: median: 92/119; daily proton pump inhibitors-intake after surgery: 8%; and operative revisions 4.3%. Conclusions In conclusion, our data show that careful patient selection for laparoscopic fundoplication and well-established technical concepts of mechanical sphincter augmentation can provide satisfying results in the majority of patients with severe GERD.

scholarly journals POSTOPERATIVE DYSPHAGIA AFTER LAPAROSCOPIC FUNDOPLICATION AS A TREATMENT FOR GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX DISEASE

2021 ◽  
Vol 108 (Supplement_3) ◽  
Author(s):  
B Carrasco Aguilera ◽  
S Amoza Pais ◽  
T Diaz Vico ◽  
E O Turienzo Santos ◽  
M Moreno Gijon ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease ◽  
Surgical Technique ◽  
Gastroesophageal Reflux ◽  
Hiatal Hernia ◽  
Reflux Disease ◽  
Laparoscopic Fundoplication ◽  
Descriptive Study ◽  
Postoperative Dysphagia

Abstract INTRODUCTION Laparoscopic Fundoplication (LF) as a treatment for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) has positive clinical outcomes. However, postoperative dysphagia (PD) may appear as a side effect. Our objective is to analyze PD in patients operated on for LF in our center. MATERIAL AND METHODS Retrospective and descriptive study of patients operated on for GERD from September 1997 to February 2019. RESULTS 248 patients (60.5% men), with a mean age of 49.7 (21-82), were operated. 66.1% of the patients presented associated comorbidities, highlighting obesity (19.8%). 75% manifested typical symptoms, 19% presenting with Barrett’s esophagus. Sliding hiatal, paraesophageal, mixed and complex hernia were diagnosed in 151 (60.9%), 23 (9.3%), 12 (4.8%), and 4 (1.6%) patients, respectively. The LF Nissen was the most frequent technique (91.5%), using a caliper in 46% of the cases. PD was the most frequent symptom, present in 57 (23%) patients. It was resolved with dilation in 9 patients, requiring 6 patients surgical reintervention. In those PD cases, a caliper was used in 28 (49.1%) patients, without finding significant differences between them (P = .586). Nor were there significant differences between PD and obesity (P = .510), type of hiatal hernia (P = .326), or surgical technique (P = .428). After a median follow-up of 50.5 months, quality of life was classified as Visick I-II, III, and IV in 76.6%, 6.9% and 1.2% of the cases, respectively. CONCLUSION No association between PD and the use of calipers, surgical technique or type of hiatal hernia was found in our series.

scholarly journals Penyakit Refluks Gastroesofageal Berat (PRGE) pada Anak dengan Riwayat Gizi Buruk dan Kelahiran Prematur

2021 ◽  
Vol 36 (2) ◽  
pp. 63-70
Author(s):  
Pramita G.D. Poerwantoro ◽  
Yuni Astria
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease ◽  
Gastroesophageal Reflux ◽  
Proton Pump Inhibitors ◽  
Proton Pump ◽  
Premature Birth ◽  
Feeding Tube ◽  
Z Score

Abstrak Penyakit refluks gastroesofageal berat (PRGE)adalah gerakan retrograd isi lambung ke kerongkongan. Pada prematuritas, kelemahan peristaltik esofagus terjadi akibat kurangnya relaksasi reseptif bersihan material refluks ke esofagus. Penyakit ini menyebabkan penurunan kualitas hidup dan komplikasi. Laporan ini bertujuan menggambarkan kasus PRGE parah pada anak marasmik dengan kelahiran prematur. Kasus berasal dari seorang anak perempuan berusia tiga tahun dirawat di Rumah Sakit Umum Cipto Mangunkusumo karena menderita muntah terus-menerus setiap kali setelah menyusu. Pasien lahir prematur pada usia kehamilan 31 minggu dengan berat lahir 900 gram, mengalami malnutrisi berat dan keterlambatan perkembangan. Pasien menjalani prosedur endoskopi, pemeriksaan histopatologi dan didapatkan esofagitis berat, gastritis erosif, striktur pilorik, dan refluks laringofaringeal (LPR).Pasien diberikan proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), menjalani dilatasi pilorik satu kali dan pemasangan nasogastricjejunal feeding tube (NJFT), serta susu formula khusus medium chain tryglyceride (MCT) enam kali sehari. Dalam 18 bulan masa tindak lanjut, pasien menunjukkan peningkatan skor Z berat-berdasarkan-panjang badan, panjang berdasarkan usia dan lingkar kepala berdasarkan usia.Dalam menangani bayi prematur, harus mempertimbangkan PRGE sebagai salah satu etiologi pertumbuhan yang terganggu. Prosedur endoskopi dan pemasangan NJFT untuk terapi nutrisi jangka panjang mengurangi komplikasi dan meningkatkan kualitas hidup.Follow up intensif diperlukan agar mencapai pertumbuhan dan perkembangan optimal.   Kata kunci: anak, komplikasi, GERD, lahir prematur, proton pump inhibitors Severe Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease in Malnourished Children with History of Prematurity Abstract Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is an involuntary retrograde propulsion of gastric contents to esophagus. In prematurity, esophagus peristaltic weakness due to lack of receptive relaxation contribute to inadequate cleaning of material reflux to esophagus which become GERD predisposition. Furthermore, GERD can cause a decline of quality of life and various complications. This report aimed to describe severe GERD case in a marasmic child with premature birth. A 36-month-old girl was hospitalized at dr. Cipto Mangunkusumo General Hospital because of persistent vomitus after every milk feeding. She was prematurely born at 31 weeks of gestation with birthweight of 900 grams, and become severely malnourished with developmental delayed. She then underwent gastrointestinal endoscopic procedure and histopathology examination that revealed a severe esophagitis, erosive gastritis, pyloric stricture, and laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR).She was treated with proton pump inhibitors (PPI) and underwent one-time pyloric dilatation with nasogastricjejunal feeding tube (NJFT) insertion and continued with medium chain triglycerides formula six times a day. At 18-month follow-up, weight-for-length Z score, length-for-age and head circumference Z score are increased.In dealing with premature baby, we should consider GERD as one of growth faltering etiologies. Endoscopy procedure followed by NJFT insertion for long-term nutrition therapy in severe GERD are the cornerstones to reduce complications and to improve quality of life. Moreover, close follow up for optimal growth and development should be done in such case. Keywords: children, complications, GERD, premature birth, proton pump inhibitors

scholarly journals Validation of the German Classification of Diverticular Disease (VADIS)—a prospective bicentric observational study

2020 ◽  
Vol 36 (1) ◽  
pp. 103-115
Author(s):  
Johannes C. Lauscher ◽  
Johan F. Lock ◽  
Katja Aschenbrenner ◽  
Rahel M. Strobel ◽  
Marja Leonhardt ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Diverticular Disease ◽  
Life Index ◽  
Sf 36 ◽  
Quality Of Life Index ◽  
Gastrointestinal Complaints ◽  
Gastrointestinal Quality Of Life

Abstract Purpose The German Classification of Diverticular Disease was introduced a few years ago. The aim of this study was to determine whether Classification of Diverticular Disease enables an exact stratification of different types of diverticular disease in terms of course and treatment. Methods This was a prospective, bicentric observational trial. Patients aged ≥ 18 years with diverticular disease were prospectively included. The primary endpoint was the rate of recurrence within 2 year follow-up. Secondary outcome measures were Gastrointestinal Quality of Life Index, Quality of life measured by SF-36, frequency of gastrointestinal complaints, and postoperative complications. Results A total of 172 patients were included. After conservative management, 40% of patients required surgery for recurrence in type 1b vs. 80% in type 2a/b (p = 0.04). Sixty percent of patients with type 2a (micro-abscess) were in need of surgery for recurrence vs. 100% of patients with type 2b (macro-abscess) (p = 0.11). Patients with type 2a reached 123 ± 15 points in the Gastrointestinal Quality of Life Index compared with 111 ± 14 in type 2b (p = 0.05) and higher scores in the “Mental Component Summary” scale of SF-36 (52 ± 10 vs. 43 ± 13; p = 0.04). Patients with recurrent diverticulitis without complications (type 3b) had less often painful constipation (30% vs. 73%; p = 0.006) when they were operated compared with conservative treatment. Conclusion Differentiation into type 2a and 2b based on abscess size seems reasonable as patients with type 2b required surgery while patients with type 2a may be treated conservatively. Sigmoid colectomy in patients with type 3b seems to have gastrointestinal complaints during long-term follow-up. Trial registration https://www.drks.de ID: DRKS00005576

scholarly journals Laparoscopic Fundoplication for the Surgical Management of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease in Children

2020 ◽  
Vol 30 (02) ◽  
pp. 150-155
Author(s):  
Charlene Dekonenko ◽  
George W. Holcomb
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Surgical Treatment ◽  
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease ◽  
Gastroesophageal Reflux ◽  
Reflux Disease ◽  
Laparoscopic Fundoplication ◽  
Recent Literature ◽  
Failure To Thrive ◽  
Life Threatening

AbstractGastroesophageal reflux (GER) is common in infants generally resolving in early childhood. However, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is diagnosed when persistent troublesome symptoms and/or complications of GER develop. These symptoms and complications can significantly affect the quality of life, thus requiring medical or surgical treatment. Medical management is typically trialed, but operative treatment is indicated with severe symptoms such as aspiration pneumonia, apneic episodes, bradycardia, apparent life-threatening events, severe vomiting, failure to thrive, esophagitis, stricture, and failed medical therapy. We review the recent literature on the indications and outcomes for laparoscopic fundoplication in the management of pediatric GERD.

Quality of life for patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease 2 years after laparoscopic fundoplication

2002 ◽  
Vol 16 (11) ◽  
pp. 1555-1560 ◽  
Author(s):  
S. Contini ◽  
A. Bertelé ◽  
G. Nervi ◽  
R. Zinicola ◽  
C. Scarpignato
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease ◽  
Gastroesophageal Reflux ◽  
Reflux Disease ◽  
Laparoscopic Fundoplication

A Durable Laparoscopic Technique for the Repair of Large Paraesophageal Hernias

2016 ◽  
Vol 82 (10) ◽  
pp. 911-915
Author(s):  
Jessica L. Reynolds ◽  
Joerg Zehetner ◽  
Nikolai Bildzukewicz ◽  
Namir Katkhouda ◽  
John C. Lipham
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease ◽  
Gastroesophageal Reflux ◽  
Laparoscopic Repair ◽  
Health Related Quality ◽  
Related Quality ◽  
Health Related ◽  
Over Time

Laparoscopic repair of large paraesophageal hernias has been challenging due to high recurrence rates with primary repair and complications associated with the use of nonabsorbable mesh to reinforce the hiatus. The aim of our study was to evaluate the recurrence rate over time and mesh-related complications using an absorbable polyglactin mesh secured with Bioglue to reinforce the hiatus after laparoscopic repair of large paraesophageal hernias. There were 190 patients who met inclusion criteria from June 2006 to June 2014. Follow-up was routinely performed at 1-year intervals, including endoscopy and/or video esophagram, and the gastroesophageal reflux disease health-related quality of life questionnaire. Mean follow-up was 21 months (3–88). There were no incidences of mesh erosion. Recurrence was detected in 17 patients (15.3%), with a median time to recurrence of 23 months (8–67). Recurrence rate was estimated with the Kaplan-Meier method to be 2.9 ± 1.6 per cent, 11.6 ± 3.7 per cent, 22.4 ± 5.6 per cent, 25.1 ± 6.0 per cent, and 29.5 ± 7.9 per cent at 12, 24, 36, 48, and 60 months, respectively. The mean gastroesophageal reflux disease health-related quality of life was 2 in patients both with and without recurrence. Laparoscopic intrathoracic stomach repair using absorbable polyglactin mesh and Bioglue for crural reinforcement is effective, safe, and durable. The rate of recurrence plateaus over time with the majority of recurrences being small to moderate asymptomatic hernias.

scholarly journals Magnetic sphincter augmentation device removal: surgical technique and results at medium-term follow-up

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Davide Bona ◽  
Greta Saino ◽  
Emanuele Mini ◽  
Francesca Lombardo ◽  
Valerio Panizzo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease ◽  
Gastroesophageal Reflux ◽  
Reflux Disease ◽  
Hospital Length Of Stay ◽  
Partial Fundoplication ◽  
Magnetic Sphincter Augmentation ◽  
Sf 36

Abstract Background The magnetic sphincter augmentation (MSA) device has become a common option for the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Knowledge of MSA-related complications, indications for removal, and techniques are puzzled. With this study, we aimed to evaluate indications, techniques for removal, surgical approach, and outcomes with MSA removal. Methods This is an observational singe-center study. Patients were followed up regularly with endoscopy, pH monitoring, and assessed for specific gastroesophageal reflux disease health-related quality of life (GERD-HRQL) and generic short-form 36 (SF-36) quality of life. Results Five patients underwent MSA explant. Four patients were males and the median age was 47 years (range 44–55). Heartburn, epigastric/chest pain, and dysphagia were commonly reported. The median implant duration was 46 months (range 31–72). A laparoscopic approach was adopted in all patients. Intraoperative findings included normal anatomy (40%), herniation in the mediastinum (40%), and erosion (20%). The most common anti-reflux procedures were Dor (n = 2), Toupet (n = 2), and anterior partial fundoplication (n = 1). The median operative time was 145 min (range 60–185), and the median hospital length of stay was 4 days (range 3–6). The median postoperative follow-up was 41 months (range 12–51). At the last follow-up, 80% of patients were off PPI; the GERD-HRQL and SF-36 questionnaire were improved with DeMeester score and esophageal acid exposure normalization. Conclusion The MSA device can be safely explanted through a single-stage laparoscopic procedure. Tailoring a fundoplication, according to preoperative patient symptoms and intraoperative findings, seems feasible and safe with a promising trend toward improved symptoms and quality of life.

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