fundoplication in a sentence

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1. In those with symptoms that do not improve with PPIs surgery known as transoral incisionless fundoplication may help.
2. Additionally an operation known as a Nissen fundoplication can reduce the reflux of acid from the stomach into the esophagus.
3. It provides excellent results as compared to Nissen's fundoplication, which is associated with higher incidence of postoperative dysphagia.
4. The fundoplication can also come undone over time in about 5 10 % of cases, leading to recurrence of symptoms.
5. On the one hand, the myotomy opens the esophagus, while on the other hand, the fundoplication causes an obstruction.
6. Compared to Nissen fundoplication procedures, the procedure has shown a reduction in complications such as gas bloat syndrome that commonly occur.
7. The robotic lateral esophageal myotomy preserves the esophageal valve and does not result in reflux, thereby obviating the need for a fundoplication.
8. Improvement of GERD symptoms is similar to those of the Nissen fundoplication, although there is no data regarding long-term effects.
9. In a Nissen fundoplication, also called a complete fundoplication, the fundus is wrapped all the way 360 degrees around the esophagus.
10. In a Nissen fundoplication, also called a complete fundoplication, the fundus is wrapped all the way 360 degrees around the esophagus.