GERD Treatments

GERD is a common condition caused by stomach acid that escapes from the stomach and flows back into the esophagus. The American College of Gastroenterology estimates that up to 20% of the adult population suffers from GERD every day.

GERD symptoms include:

• A burning feeling in the chest
• Belching
• Pain in the upper abdomen
• Worsening of the above symptoms when bending over or lying down
• Chronic cough and hoarseness

Ochsner Health offers an incisionless surgical treatment called EsophyX TIF (transoral incisionless fundoplication) for regular heartburn. EsophyX TIF is a surgical procedure performed through the mouth, which reconstructs the barrier between the stomach and esophagus to prevent stomach fluids from refluxing up into the esophagus. EsophyX TIF is completely incisionless, so it has less risk, reduced recovery time and no visible scar.

Most patients return to work the next day or within a few days following their procedure. Patients may experience some manageable discomfort in their chest, nose, throat and stomach for the first few days to a week. Patients will be asked to restrict physical activity for the first week and will be given dietary guidelines to help maximize their success while they heal.
 

The LINX Reflux Management System is a permanent, drug-free treatment for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) that can help patients find relief and improve their quality of life without needing daily medication.