Electrical stimulation therapy of the lower esophageal sphincter is successful in treating GERD: final results of open-label prospective trial

Leonardo Rodríguez, Patricia Rodríguez, Beatriz Gómez, Juan Carlos Ayala, Jorge Saba, Alberto Pérez-Castilla, Manoel Galvão Neto, Michael D. Crowell

Surgical Endoscopy · 2012 · 69 citations · 17 references

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Abstract

Electrical stimulation of the LES is safe and effective for treating GERD. There is a significant and sustained improvement in GERD symptoms, esophageal pH, and reduction in PPI usage without any side effects with the therapy. Furthermore, the therapy can be optimized to address an individual patient's disease.

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