Magnetic sphincter augmentation device removal: surgical technique and results at medium-term follow-up.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The magnetic sphincter augmentation (MSA) device has become a common option for the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Knowledge of MSA-related complications, indications for removal, and techniques are puzzled. With this study, we aimed to evaluate indications, techniques for removal, surgical approach, and outcomes with MSA removal.

Methods

This is an observational singe-center study. Patients were followed up regularly with endoscopy, pH monitoring, and assessed for specific gastroesophageal reflux disease health-related quality of life (GERD-HRQL) and generic short-form 36 (SF-36) quality of life.

Results

Five patients underwent MSA explant. Four patients were males and the median age was 47 years (range 44-55). Heartburn, epigastric/c

SUBMITTER: Bona D 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8578182 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature