Laparoscopic Nissen fundoplication post-oesophageal stenting: an unusual case

Laparoscopic Nissen fundoplication post-oesophageal stenting is uncommon and yet to be reported. We report the case of a 57-year-old palliative lady who underwent surgery for symptomatic relief of severe gastrooesophageal reflux post-oesophageal stenting. Surgery was carried out successfully with no...

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Published in:Irish medical journal 2012-09, Vol.105 (8), p.277-278
Main Authors: Daruwalla, Z J, Powles, S, Arumugasamy, M, Patchett, S, Broe, P
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Carcinoma, Squamous Cell - complications
Carcinoma, Squamous Cell - secondary
Esophageal Neoplasms - complications
Esophageal Neoplasms - secondary
Esophageal Stenosis - etiology
Female
Fundoplication
Gastroesophageal Reflux - etiology
Gastroesophageal Reflux - surgery
Humans
Laparoscopy
Middle Aged
Stents
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Summary:Laparoscopic Nissen fundoplication post-oesophageal stenting is uncommon and yet to be reported. We report the case of a 57-year-old palliative lady who underwent surgery for symptomatic relief of severe gastrooesophageal reflux post-oesophageal stenting. Surgery was carried out successfully with no complications. On the evening post-surgery she was able to lie supine for the first time in months without symptoms of reflux. In conclusion, surgery is still valuable and may play an important role, even in a palliative setting.
ISSN:0332-3102