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[Endoscopic intraluminal valvuloplasty--a therapy of the future for gastroesophageal reflux]
T R DeMeester1, R J Mason, C J Filipi
1Department of Surgery, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA, USA.
Abstract:
A new endoscopic intraluminal valvuloplasty is described. The procedure provides a simple, easy out-patient approach for antireflux surgery and is applicable to patients with early gastroesophageal reflux disease as an alternative to chronic life-long medical therapy. The feasibility, durability and efficacy of the procedure in baboons are reported.