| Heartburn
and gastroesophageal reflux can be treated with changes
in lifestyle, medications, and sometimes with surgery.
More advanced cases of reflux should be evaluated by a
gastroenterologist, and if testing shows that the patient
might benefit from surgery, a referral can be made. Alternatively,
patients can be seen for consultation by a surgeon who
may then refer them to a gastroenterologist for any necessary
testing. Surgery
can be done in a minimally invasive manner, using 5
half inch incisions. An anti-reflux valve is created
using a portion of the stomach, and any hiatal hernia
is repaired. The patient will usually be able to return
home in 2 days, and resume normal activities in 2 weeks
or less.
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Inpatient
Facilities:
Hospital University of Pennsylvania
(HUP)
Penn Presbyterian Medical Center (PPMC)
Pennsylvania Hospital (PAH)
Office
Visit Locations:
4
Silverstein Pavilion (HUP)
266 Wright
Saunders Bldg (PPMC)
700
Spruce Street - Garfield
Duncan Building (PAH)
Making
an Office Visit Appointment:
215-662-2050
- 800-789-PENN |
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