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Title
Effect of partial and total laparoscopic fundoplication on esophageal body motility.
Authors
Herbella, F A M; Tedesco, P; Nipomnick, I; Fisichella, P M; Patti, M G
Abstract
Abnormal esophageal body motility often accompanies gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Although the effect of surgery on the pressure and behavior of the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) has been extensively studied, it still is unclear whether a successful fundoplication improves esophageal peristalsis.