• Can gastric bypass surgery cure acid reflux?

I have acid reflux and want to treat it. Can gastric bypass surgery cure acid reflux?

1 Answer

  • Gastroenterologist
  • LAS VEGAS, NV

No, bypass surgery should not be used to treat reflux. It is only for weight loss. The surgery specifically meant to treat acid reflux is called a Nissen fundoplication. A LINX procedure is another option.

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