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Laparoscopic Fundoplication: A treatment for gastroesophageal reflux disease - 07/2021

Laparoscopic Fundoplication: A treatment for gastroesophageal reflux disease
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Abstract

This in-depth handout explains gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and how it is treated with laparoscopic fundoplication surgery. It also gives self-care guidelines to avoid problems after the surgery. It includes activity restrictions, dressing and skin care, showering instructions, dietary changes, medicine precautions, and when to call the doctor.

Author
Surgical Specialties Center/Surgical Services
Publisher
University of Washington Medical Center
Date Published (original date)
2013
Revision Date
07/2021
General Subject
Patient Care Procedures & Instructions
Surgery
Specific Subject/Keyword
Activities of Daily Living
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
Laparoscopic Surgery
Self-care
Languages
Chinese
English
Korean
Russian
Vietnamese
Record ID
4108