Laparoscopic antireflux surgery--It's a wrap!

The surgical management of gastroesophageal reflux disease has been simplified by the availability of minimally invasive techniques to treat this condition. The indications and selection of patients remain the same as for open surgery and initial results with laparoscopic antireflux surgery show long-term results equal to, or better than open procedure. These procedures are technically demanding requiring surgeons skilled in advanced laparoscopy. The evaluation of patients, selection of patients for surgery, surgical techniques and anticipated outcomes are discussed.