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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Surgical Procedures
  • Reflux Disease Management

Background:

  • Surgical gastric fundoplication is an effective treatment for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), surpassing acid suppression by addressing both acid and nonacid reflux.
  • Despite its efficacy, the procedure's benefits can be outweighed by lasting side effects, making patient selection challenging.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review preoperative factors influencing fundoplication outcomes.
  • To identify optimal patient selection criteria using combined clinical characteristics and preoperative test results.
  • To assess the role of esophageal peristalsis quality in tailoring the surgical approach.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic review of existing data on preoperative factors and fundoplication outcomes.
  • Analysis of patient characteristics and diagnostic test results for predictive value.
  • Evaluation of esophageal peristalsis as a factor in surgical decision-making.

Main Results:

  • Meticulous patient selection is paramount for successful surgical treatment of GERD.
  • Fundoplication is underutilized but offers excellent results for select GERD patients.
  • Symptoms must be definitively linked to reflux for surgical consideration; impaired peristalsis is not a contraindication.

Conclusions:

  • Optimal selection for gastric fundoplication requires careful consideration of preoperative factors and diagnostic tests.
  • Impaired esophageal peristalsis should not preclude patients from undergoing fundoplication.
  • Improving patient selection can enhance the utility and success of surgical GERD treatment.