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Transoral incisionless fundoplication (TIF) is an endoscope treatment designed to relieve symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). The TIF procedure, similar to Nissen fundoplication, alleviates GERD symptoms by wrapping a portion of the stomach around the esophagus.
The distensibility index (DI) is the most studied and most helpful result obtained with FLIP testing. [1] The normal DI ranges from 3.1 to 9.0 mm2 per mmHg. [1] As the balloon is distended, the results of secondary esophageal secondary contractions may be seen via FLIP panometry. [1]
An endoclip is a metallic mechanical device used in endoscopy in order to close two mucosal surfaces without the need for surgery and suturing. Its function is similar to a suture in gross surgical applications, as it is used to join together two disjointed surfaces, but, can be applied through the channel of an endoscope under direct visualization
Risk factors: Female gender, overweight: Diagnostic method: High resolution manometry (esophageal manometry) Differential diagnosis: Achalasia: Treatment: Pneumatic dilation, Per-oral endoscopic myotomy (POEM), botulinum toxin injection: Prognosis: Depends on etiology: Frequency: Unknown
Most drugs and procedures have a multitude of reported adverse side effects; the information leaflets provided with virtually all drugs list possible side effects. Beneficial side effects are less common; some examples, in many cases of side-effects that ultimately gained regulatory approval as intended effects, are:
Side Effects and Risks of Weight Loss Injections. Even though GLP-1s and GIP/GLP-1s are safe for most people, there are some side effects to keep in mind. The most common side effects are ...
During the procedure, which lasts about an hour, suction-like paddles are placed on the area being treated. Popular areas including the stomach, flanks and under the chin.
POEM is a form of natural orifice translumenal endoscopic surgery, or NOTES. Like the traditional surgical myotomy, the procedure is performed under general endotracheal anesthesia. The remainder of the procedure is performed using a flexible endoscope inserted through the mouth, and no cuts are made on the chest or abdomen.