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Acid Reflux Surgery

Chronic heartburn symptoms from acid reflux disease (also called gastroesophageal reflux disease or GERD) are hard on your body. When medications and lifestyle changes aren’t enough to manage the condition, surgery may help. We offer surgical options to effectively treat this condition.

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Burning, nagging heartburn symptoms could be affecting you more than you think. At Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN), our general surgeons specialize in advanced acid reflux surgery options to treat your symptoms at their source – helping you avoid potential long-term health complications.

What is acid reflux surgery?

If medication and lifestyle changes aren’t keeping your heartburn symptoms in check, your doctor may recommend surgery to better manage your symptoms.

Chronic acid reflux can eventually lead to swallowing problems. It can also lead to changes in your esophagus that may put you at an increased risk for cancer. That’s why it’s so important to manage your symptoms long-term.

New, minimally invasive acid reflux procedures

Surgeons with Lehigh Valley Institute for Surgical Excellence offer two of the newest, least invasive procedures to repair the lower esophageal sphincter (LES), the valve that allows stomach acid to pass back into the esophagus.

Transoral incisionless fundoplication (TIF)

Transoral incisionless fundoplication, or TIF for short, represents the next step in management of acid reflux disease (also known as gastroesophageal reflux disease – GERD). The procedure reconstructs the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) and restores the body’s natural protection against reflux.

Benefits of TIF

  • TIF is performed through the mouth, meaning there are no incisions.
  • A surgeon or gastroenterologist utilizes the EsophyX device to reconstruct the LES valve between the esophagus and the stomach.
  • Patients experience a faster recovery, since there is no internal cutting and experience fewer complications than traditional fundoplication surgery.

LINX® Reflux Management System

LINX Reflux Management System uses a small band of magnetic-core titanium beads to reinforce the function of a weak LES. The ring of tiny magnetic beads is wrapped around the junction of the stomach and esophagus (the LES) during a minimally invasive procedure. When a patient swallows food, LINX expands and allows it to enter the stomach. The band then retracts to ensure no stomach acid crosses into the esophagus.

Benefits of LINX

  • LINX reduces acid exposure to your esophagus meaning you will be able to reduce or eliminate the use of GERD medications.
  • This is a less invasive surgery than standard GERD surgeries.
  • You will be able to resume a normal diet following surgery and go home the same day or the next day.

LVHN: The right choice for acid reflux surgery

People choose us for reflux surgery because of our:

Surgical expertise

Our general surgeons are highly trained in the latest acid reflux treatment options. We can confidently treat both routine and complex cases, with excellent results.

Access and convenience

Our experienced general surgeons practice at multiple locations across our network. We can often accommodate next-day appointments.

Patient satisfaction

Smaller (or no) incisions during surgery mean you see benefits immediately and go home soon after your procedure – sometimes the same day. Our knowledgeable, caring nurse navigator will answer your questions and guide you before, during and after the procedure.

Types of Acid Reflux Surgery

  • Linx Procedure

Get a second opinion

At Lehigh Valley Institute for Surgical Excellence, we offer expert insight on care for a range of routine and complex procedures including acid reflux surgery. We'll meet with you to explore all treatment options and ensure you're confident in the approach and expertise of your care team.

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News, Health Tips and Patient Stories

Acid Reflux Surgery

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Sally Greth's LINX procedure provides immediate symptom relief for severe acid reflux

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Saying Goodbye to GERD

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Acid Reflux Disease Q&A: When Is Heartburn More Than Just Uncomfortable?

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Michelle Loux's GERD controlled by LINX.

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LINX Controls Michelle Loux's Reflux With Fewer Risks and Side Effects

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LINX Procedure Lets David Sleep Well

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TIF Procedure Resolves Roberta’s Reflux

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Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), or Heartburn

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