New outpatient option for GERD offers some unique advantages.
A new approach to treating GERD may offer cost advantages. While most patients suffering from gastroesophageal reflux disease get at least some relief from pharmaceutical therapy, some individuals must consider more aggressive action to achieve relief. Many of these patients opt for surgery, but now there is a new endoscopic procedure available that has had good success in alleviating symptoms. Further, some experts suggest the quick, outpatient procedure offers some unique advantages over other treatment options.
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