Laparoscopic Sleeve-Fundoplication for Morbidly Obese Patients with Gastroesophageal Reflux: Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG) has rapidly become popular with excellent results. However, LSG may exacerbate or increase the risk of "de novo" gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Adding a fundoplication has been proposed to increase the lower esophageal sphincter competency. The aim of this study was to examine the current evidence and outcomes of sleeve-fundoplication (Sleeve-F).

Materials and methods

Systematic review and meta-analysis. Web of Science, PubMed, and Embase data sets were consulted.

Results

Six studies (485 patients) met the inclusion criteria. The age of the patient population ranged from 17 to 72 years old and 82% were females. All patients underwent sleeve-fundoplication. Rossetti, Collis-Nissen, and Nissen were the most com

SUBMITTER: Aiolfi A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8012327 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature