Table 5 Long term results in 32 patients with follow-up > 10 years. *GERD-HRQL = Gastro-Esophageal Reflux Disease Health Related Quality of Life.
From: Six to 12-year outcomes of magnetic sphincter augmentation for gastroesophageal reflux disease
n = 32 | |
|---|---|
Median GERD-HRQL* score | 2 |
Dysphagia | 0 |
Ability to belch | 32 (100) |
Ability to vomit | 29 (90.6) |
Occasional PPI use | 7 (21.8) |
Daily PPI use | 3 (9.4) |
Overall patient satisfaction | 30 (93.8) |
