Long-term results of electrical stimulation of the lower esophageal sphincter for the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease [1]
In this prospective study of patients with GERD moderately responsive to proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), an electrical device to stimulate the lower esophageal sphincter was implanted and results were assessed at 1 year. GERD health related QOL scores were reduced to 2 compared to 9 on PPIs and 23 off PPIs prior to implant. Acid exposure was reduced from 10% to 3.3%. 96% of patients required no PPIs at 1 year.
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Endoscopy
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