Are There Any Risks To A Laparoscopic Nissen Fundoplication (Anti-reflux Procedure)?
Laparoscopic surgery runs the same risks as all other types of surgery such as bleeding or wound infection. These risks are very small. However, during laparoscopy the esophagus, spleen, liver, or stomach can be inadvertently injured. IT IS IMPORTANT TO REMEMBER THAT THESE RISKS ARE VERY LOW, PARTICULARLY IN THE HANDS OF AN EXPERIENCED LAPAROSCOPIC SURGEON. What Happens If The Operation Can’t Be Done Laparoscopically? Remember the operation is the same even if it has to be done “open”. Therefore, the end result will still be the same. The only difference will be that you will have a large abdominal incision resulting in a longer hospital stay and longer convalescence. YOUR REFLUX SYMPTOMS WILL STILL BE TREATED SUCCESSFULLY. What Will Eating Be Like After The Surgery? Almost immediately after the surgery your reflux symptoms (heartburn) should be gone. You will start drinking the next day and slowly progress to a normal diet. Occasionally a patient may have some difficulty swallowing ie
