Abstract
A new endoscopic intraluminal valvuloplasty is described. The procedure provides a simple, easy outpatient approach for antireflux surgery and is applicable to patients with early gastroesophageal reflux disease as an alternative to chronic life-long medical therapy. The feasibility, durability and efficacy of the procedure in baboons are reported.
Translated title of the contribution | Endoscopic intraluminal valvuloplasty: Future surgical therapy of gastroesophageal reflux disease |
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Original language | German |
Pages (from-to) | 158-162 |
Number of pages | 5 |
Journal | Der Chirurg |
Volume | 69 |
Issue number | 2 |
State | Published - Feb 1998 |
All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes
- Surgery