2. Can gastroesophageal reflux disease be cured?Patients who undergo gastrointestinal reflux surgery often do not have to take medications for reflux after the surgery.
3. Why are alternatives to Nissen fundoplication gaining popularity?Partial fundoplication procedures, where the fundus does not completely encircle the esophagus, can be used as alternatives to Nissen fundoplication. These procedures appear to be similar to the Nissen fundoplication in effectiveness and may produce less adverse effects like gastric bloat syndrome and difficulty in swallowing. Long-term studies are, however, needed to establish that they remain as effective as the traditional Nissen fundoplication in the long term.
