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[Distal Y-gastrectomy in complex and recurrent reflux].

M Rossetti1, P Hitz, R von Aarburg

  • 1Chirurgische Klinik, Kantonsspital Liestal.

Helvetica Chirurgica Acta
|April 1, 1990
PubMed
Summary

Biliary reflux significantly contributes to esophageal damage, including Barrett esophagus and malignancy. Distal gastrectomy with Roux-Y drainage offers a successful surgical solution for advanced cases where standard cardia operations fail.

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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Gastrointestinal Surgery

Context:

  • Mixed esophagitis involves both acid-peptic and biliary-pancreatic reflux.
  • Biliary reflux appears to be a major driver of esophageal pathology, including Barrett esophagus, strictures, and malignancy.
  • Advanced cases with sphincter dysfunction and fibrosis, or post-anti-reflux surgery complications, preclude standard cardia operations.

Purpose:

  • To evaluate the efficacy of distal gastrectomy with Roux-Y drainage in managing complex esophagitis cases.
  • To present indications and long-term outcomes of this surgical approach.

Summary:

  • A study of 43 patients with advanced esophagitis due to mixed reflux was conducted.
  • Distal gastrectomy with a long Roux-Y reconstruction was performed.
  • The procedure demonstrated success in managing complex esophageal pathologies where standard surgeries were not feasible.

Impact:

  • Distal gastrectomy with Roux-Y drainage provides a viable and successful alternative for complex esophagitis cases.
  • This approach addresses severe esophageal damage and functional failures, improving patient outcomes.
  • The findings offer valuable insights into surgical management strategies for refractory reflux esophagitis.

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