Management of the failed antireflux operation.
A further operation is required in a small proportion of patients who have had prior antireflux surgery. This has a surprisingly good chance for success in appropriately evaluated patients. The surgeon must make very specific decisions regarding the surgical approach. The use of laparoscopy for redo surgery is being defined.
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Department of Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, Florida, USA.
Klingler
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Perdikis
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D003680:Deglutition Disorders / Q000628:therapy; D004106:Dilatation; D018662:Fundoplication; D005764:Gastroesophageal Reflux / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D008365:Manometry; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000601:surgery; D012008:Recurrence; D017211:Treatment Failure