Question 1

what is cost of Nissen Fundoplication in India?

Accepted Answer

Nissen Fundoplication cost in India for Indian Patients is between Rs.70152 to Rs.93536. Cost for International patients is between USD 1422 to USD 1738. Patient has to stay in the hospital for 4 days and outside the hospital for 7 days. The total cost of the treatment depends on the diagnosis and facilities opted by the patient.

Question 2

About the treatment

Dr. Savin Yadav · Accepted Answer

Nissen Fundoplication is a laparoscopic surgical procedure to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease and hiatal hernia.

Question 3

What is involved in the procedure

Dr. Savin Yadav · Accepted Answer

Nissen Fundoplication is a minimally invasive procedure in which a surgeon wraps the top of the stomach around the lower esophagus after reducing the hiatal hernia. This process is done to reinforce the lower esophageal sphincter.

Question 4

Who is the right doctor for this procedure

Dr. Savin Yadav · Accepted Answer

A Laparoscopic Surgeon who is efficient in performing laparoscopic surgeries performs Nissen Fundoplication.

Question 5

What is the usual success rate for this procedure

Dr. Savin Yadav · Accepted Answer

Nissen Fundoplication is likely to have long-term positive outcomes with a higher success rate of more than 90%.

Question 6

Any other special notes related to the procedure

Dr. Savin Yadav · Accepted Answer

If a patient has had Nissen Fundoplication and it fails, then another surgery is quite challenging. Recurrence of reflux symptoms such as heartburn or regurgitation and postoperative persistent dysphagia are common signs which may indicate the failure of the surgery.

Question 7

About the treatment

Dr. Savin Yadav · Accepted Answer

Nissen fundoplication is a laparoscopic procedure to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease. It is also an effective treatment for hiatal hernia.

Question 8

What is involved in the procedure

Dr. Savin Yadav · Accepted Answer

Prior to Nissen fundoplication, the doctor performs upper endoscopy and barium swallow X-ray to investigate if there is requirement to narrowing in the esophagus and look for hiatal hernia. During surgery, the surgeon wraps the upper part of the stomach around the lower esophageal sphincter. The surgeon uses laparoscope and surgical tools to assess the abdomen and pelvis.

Question 9

Who is the right doctor for this procedure

Dr. Savin Yadav · Accepted Answer

A Gastroenterologist is the right doctor to consult for Nissen fundoplication.

Question 10

What is the usual success rate for this procedure

Dr. Savin Yadav · Accepted Answer

The success rate following Nissen fundoplication is over 90% with short-term positive outcomes.

Question 11

Any other special notes related to the procedure

Dr. Savin Yadav · Accepted Answer

For laparoscopic Nissen fundoplication, it takes two to three weeks to recover. In open surgery, it takes around six months to heal.

Question 12

What is a Nissen fundoplication?

Abhishek · Accepted Answer

Nissen fundoplication is the surgery which is being used for correcting the gasteoesophageal reflux disease, this surgery is also used for tightening the junction between the esophagus and stomach for preventing acid reflux.

Question 13

Who needs to have a Nissen fundoplication?

Abhishek · Accepted Answer

If you are not getting relief from your acid reflux symptoms inspite of taking medicines or making change in your lifestyle even if the symptoms continue then your doctor will tell you to undergo Nissen fundoplication.

Question 14

What are the advantages of a Nissen fundoplication?

Abhishek · Accepted Answer

Many people will notice an improvement in their acid reflux symptoms after Nissen fundiplocation, relieving GERD will make you more comfortable and reduces the chances of getting Barett&rsquo;s esophagus which also increases the risk of developing esophageal cancer.  Some of the benefit of Nissen fundoplication  are faster recovery, less pain and shorter hospital stay.

Question 15

What happens after a Nissen fundoplication?

Abhishek · Accepted Answer

After the procedure you may have sore throat for few days, if you have undergone open nasogastric surgery then you will need a temporary nasogastric tube which clears the digestive juices of your stomach while you are healing.

Question 16

How many days of hospital stay is needed?

Abhishek · Accepted Answer

Hospital stay of usually one to two days is needed after surgery, you will be able to resume your normal activity when you have passed gas or you had bowel movement.

Question 17

How much time does it take to recover after surgery?

Abhishek · Accepted Answer

Recovery after surgery will take around few days and the recovery depends on whether the surgeon used a laparoscopic or open approach, as well as if other medical problems exist. Many patients who have laparoscopic surgery can go home the next day.

Question 18

What are the risks or complications of a Nissen fundoplication?

Abhishek · Accepted Answer

The  main risk of Nissen fundoplication surgery is that symptom relief does not always last. Some patients need another surgery after two to three

Question 19

When should you see your doctor?

Abhishek · Accepted Answer

You should contact your doctor if you notice some signs such as bleeding, excessive swelling, fever, vomiting, bleeding, excessive swelling, fever, flushed or hot skin at incision site and vomiting.

Question 20

What happens before a Nissen fundoplication?

Abhishek · Accepted Answer

Before Nissen fundoplication the doctor will recommend you some tests for examining your stomach and esophagus. The tests are  GI x-rays, esophageal manometry, upper endoscopy and  Ph probe examination.

Question 21

How much time is taken to perform Nissen fundoplication?

Abhishek · Accepted Answer

The entire procedure of Nissen fundoplication will take around two to three hours to complete.

Question 22

What happens during a Nissen fundoplication?

Abhishek · Accepted Answer

During Nissen fundoplication the surgeon will make four to five small incisions in your abdomen and then inserts a laparoscope into your abdomen. The surgeon  inserts a laparoscope in the abdomen and the uses the camera images and small operating tools for wraping the upper part of stomach near the lower esophagus at last the incision is closed with stitches.

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Before the Procedure (3 Questions):

1 What is a Nissen fundoplication?

2 Who needs to have a Nissen fundoplication?

3 What are the advantages of a Nissen fundoplication?

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2 How much time is taken to perform Nissen fundoplication?

3 What happens during a Nissen fundoplication?

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2 How many days of hospital stay is needed?

3 How much time does it take to recover after surgery?

4 What are the risks or complications of a Nissen fundoplication?

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