Infants and children with severe gastroesophageal (GE)reflux can have life-threatening complications,including obstructive apnea,aspiration pneumonia,esophagitis,and failure to thrive.What is the name of the procedure,performed open or laparoscopically,that is designed to create a competent antireflux barrier?

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Nissen fundoplication is indicated for infants and children who experience severe gastroesophageal (GE)reflux.The cause of GE reflux in these patients is believed to be an inadequate antireflux barrier.Nissen fundoplication (NF)has historically been the most common surgical treatment of GER and has become one of the most common operations performed by pediatric surgeons.Surgical management of GER is accomplished by open or laparoscopic fundoplication technique.The Nissen is a complete 360-degree wrap with an antireflux valve created at the fundus of the stomach.

Infants and Children with Severe Gastroesophageal (GE)reflux Can Have Life-Threatening