Robotic Nissen fundoplication
June 17, 2009
Pier C. Giulianotti (Chicago – USA) Fabio Sbrana (Chicago – USA) F.M. Bianco
SUMMARY
Robotic assisted minimally invasive laparoscopic Niessen Fundoplication for gastro-esophageal reflux disease ( GERD ). The Gastric fundus is fold around the esophagus in order to create a valve mechanism that prevents the gastric contents to go up in the esophagus. The robotic system allows a precise dissection of the gastro-esophageal junction and reduces the need to fully mobilize the stomach reducing the incidence of slipped Nissen and other complication.
