Abstract
Background Because fundoplication-related side effects are frequent, we evaluated laparoscopic mesh-augemented hiatoplasty (LMAH) as a potential treatment option for gastroesophageal reflux disease and/or symptomatic hiatal herania. LMAH aims to prevent reflux solely by mesh-reinforced narrowing of the hiatus and lengthening of the intra-abdominal esophagus. Methods Twenty-two consecutive patients with LMAH were evaluated prospectively using a modified Gastrointestinal Symptom Rating Scale questionnaire, pH measurement, manometry, and endoscopy. Follow-up was scheduled at 3 and 12 months after surgery. Results Total reflux decreased from 16.3% before surgery to 3.5% 3 months after surgery ( P = .001). The reflux score decreased from 3.8 before surgery to 2.1 1 year after surgery ( P = .001). The respective values of the indigestion score were 3.4 and 2.0 ( P < .001). After surgery, all patients were able to belch. Vomiting was impossible only for 2 patients, and 90% of patients assessed their results as good to excellent. Conclusions LMAH seems to be feasible, safe, and has no significant side effects.
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