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Although rare, a failed fundoplication can be a challenging problem for both you and your surgeon. If a patient develops recurrent symptoms after a Nissen fundoplication, I would recommend repeating studies such as a 24 hour ph probe, manometry, barium swallow, endoscopy and possibly a gastric emptying...
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Following a successful hiatal hernia repair, patients should not experience heartburn or regurgitation. If you are having problems six months after surgery, I would recommend that you contact your physician. Burping may be related to swallowing of air related to carbonated beverages, chewing gum or drinking...
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Most patients with hiatal hernias do not have any symptoms. However, patients with a hiatal hernia and associated reflux may be treated with hiatal hernia repair. The operation will repair the hiatal hernia by pulling the stomach down out of the chest, closing the hole in the diaphragm, and then creating...