Systematic review and meta-analysis finds elevated magnetic sphincter augmentation erosion after sleeve gastrectomy
Magnetic sphincter augmentation erosion risk is higher after sleeve gastrectomy
This systematic review and meta-analysis of 287 patients found that magnetic sphincter augmentation (MSA) erosion after laparoscopic sleeve …
A meta-analysis shows patients with sleeve gastrectomy have a higher erosion rate after magnetic sphincter augmentation compared to nonbaria…
PPI-refractory GERD prevalence and mechanisms in systemic sclerosis using ambulatory pH-MII, HREM, and scintigraphy
Heartburn Pills Often Fail in Scleroderma—New Study Reveals Why
This retrospective cohort study of 30 adults with systemic sclerosis evaluated PPI-refractory GERD using ambulatory pH-MII, HREM, and gastri…
Standard heartburn pills often fail for scleroderma patients because weak muscle movement in the esophagus and stomach prevents acid from cl…
Sleeve-fundoplication without gastric resection reduces GERD incidence versus sleeve gastrectomy in obese rat model
New stomach surgery stops acid burn while you lose weight
A preclinical randomized controlled trial in 24 obese rats found sleeve-fundoplication without gastric resection (SG-F) significantly reduce…
A new stomach surgery helps you lose weight without worsening acid reflux, offering a safer alternative to standard procedures that often ma…