Welcome to Connect. I'm so glad that a some of our members replied to your message with some great information. I'm also tagging @mnangelmom, @pinkmk, @SherryD, @ilenen, @cmaso67, @ladysky, @patreats5674, who have all posted about hiatal hernias in the past and can hopefully jump in to this conversation and provide some thoughts. @kdubois, would you have any insight as well, about hiatal hernia surgery?
@tlv68, could you tell us a little more about your condition? How have you managed so far?
I had a Nissen Fundoplication surgery at Mayo Rochester on October 18, 2016. I had a 4 cm hiatal hernia, and suffered from GERD since 2004.
Since the surgery to fix the hernia and malfunctioning sphincter between my esophagus and stomach, I have had NO heartburn -- at all! This is awesome because Mayo also figured out that I don't properly metabolize both PPIs and H2 antagonist medications, and taking these medications was basically slowly killing me.
So glad I had this surgery, and I ADORE my Mayo GI/Hepatology and Thoracic Surgery team!
I had hiatal hernia repair surgery in August of 2015. Unfortunately, the vagus nerve during surgery was damaged and now I have gastroparesis. This disease has changed my life! My diet is very limited and even though I am careful about what I eat, I still have bad stomach days when I am unable to do much because of the pain. The hiatal hernia was pressing against my lung and the surgery resolved that problem and I no longer have reflux but the gastroparesis is worse than any of the problems I had before the hiatal hernia repair surgery.
I’m so sorry for you. I know because I had the same surgery in 2010 and had to have 2 more surgeries to help me be able to not be sick all the time! I live on Zofran and very limited to what I can eat.
It make it hard to go out to restaurants and I have severe osteoporosis and can’t eat any dairy.
I did not find out about the Drs mistake until 6 years later when my husband went to a Dr and we were talking about my surgeries and the Dr asked me if I would like to see my surgeries on line. I did and that is when he told me the Hernia Dr night clef my Vegas nerve.
A lawyer told me there was nothing I could do because the time to sue for malpractice is only 2 years after surgery,
I have had a hiatial hernia for a number of years. Recently, I started throwing up after meals. The results of a Fluoroscopy (spelling?), indicated that half my stomach is pulled up through the diaphragm. Apparently the hole has gotten larger over the years. One gastroenterologist has recommended surgery and sent me to a general surgeon for an operation. Questions, if you have any experience with this condition
1. The name of the operation is Nissen fundoplication. It is done laparoscopically. If you or someone you know has had this operation, what comments, concerns or input do you have. Especially, are you GLAD you had it done?
2. Did you go to a general surgeon or a vascular surgeon or what type of surgeon?
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3. Side effects if any?
4, What were your original symptoms and were they resolved?
I have had a hiatial hernia for a number of years. Recently, I started throwing up after meals. The results of a Fluoroscopy (spelling?), indicated that half my stomach is pulled up through the diaphragm. Apparently the hole has gotten larger over the years. One gastroenterologist has recommended surgery and sent me to a general surgeon for an operation. Questions, if you have any experience with this condition
1. The name of the operation is Nissen fundoplication. It is done laparoscopically. If you or someone you know has had this operation, what comments, concerns or input do you have. Especially, are you GLAD you had it done?
2. Did you go to a general surgeon or a vascular surgeon or what type of surgeon?
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3. Side effects if any?
4, What were your original symptoms and were they resolved?
In October 2016, I had a Nissen Fundoplication at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN.
It was done laparoscopically (five abdominal incisions).
It was perfumed by a very experienced thoracic surgeon. I would only have this procedure done by a thoracic surgeon who has done hundreds of these surgeries as I have heard many stories about these surgeries not performed properly.
My nissen was PERFECT! It totally cured my GERD and hiatal hernia. I haven't had even a spot of heartburn since.
I have a hiatial Hernia but I can't have the Nissen Fundoplication (NF)since I have Barrett's Esophagus in the area of the hernia that needs to be monitored. Having the NF would hide the area of Barrett's and wouldn't allow for treatment. There are a # of members here that have had a NF and should give you input. If I remember correctly the most common problem is making the wrap too tight causing difficulty swallowing and burping. I am traveling to Mayo tomorrow for a scope on my Barrett's on Tuesday. Good luck on your problem & hopefully you get a lot of answers.
I'm tagging Mentor @kdubois and @carolynlivingjaks who have written extensively about Nissen Fundoplication, and/or Linx surgery. While we wait for their input, you might wish to read these discussions on Connect:
– Linx procedure https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/linz-procedure/
– Nissen Fundoplication reversa lhttps://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/nissen-fundoplication-reversal/
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I had a Nissen Fundoplication surgery at Mayo Rochester on October 18, 2016. I had a 4 cm hiatal hernia, and suffered from GERD since 2004.
Since the surgery to fix the hernia and malfunctioning sphincter between my esophagus and stomach, I have had NO heartburn -- at all! This is awesome because Mayo also figured out that I don't properly metabolize both PPIs and H2 antagonist medications, and taking these medications was basically slowly killing me.
So glad I had this surgery, and I ADORE my Mayo GI/Hepatology and Thoracic Surgery team!
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2 ReactionsHi, I hope that you find that the inspire site helps you. Hope 2017 is a better year for you June(emeleen)
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1 ReactionI’m so sorry for you. I know because I had the same surgery in 2010 and had to have 2 more surgeries to help me be able to not be sick all the time! I live on Zofran and very limited to what I can eat.
It make it hard to go out to restaurants and I have severe osteoporosis and can’t eat any dairy.
I did not find out about the Drs mistake until 6 years later when my husband went to a Dr and we were talking about my surgeries and the Dr asked me if I would like to see my surgeries on line. I did and that is when he told me the Hernia Dr night clef my Vegas nerve.
A lawyer told me there was nothing I could do because the time to sue for malpractice is only 2 years after surgery,
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do you have any any moe info...evena shred. Name of procedure? I will give googling it a try. thank you.
I have had a hiatial hernia for a number of years. Recently, I started throwing up after meals. The results of a Fluoroscopy (spelling?), indicated that half my stomach is pulled up through the diaphragm. Apparently the hole has gotten larger over the years. One gastroenterologist has recommended surgery and sent me to a general surgeon for an operation. Questions, if you have any experience with this condition
1. The name of the operation is Nissen fundoplication. It is done laparoscopically. If you or someone you know has had this operation, what comments, concerns or input do you have. Especially, are you GLAD you had it done?
2. Did you go to a general surgeon or a vascular surgeon or what type of surgeon?
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3. Side effects if any?
4, What were your original symptoms and were they resolved?
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1 ReactionHi @marlaxyz,
In October 2016, I had a Nissen Fundoplication at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN.
It was done laparoscopically (five abdominal incisions).
It was perfumed by a very experienced thoracic surgeon. I would only have this procedure done by a thoracic surgeon who has done hundreds of these surgeries as I have heard many stories about these surgeries not performed properly.
My nissen was PERFECT! It totally cured my GERD and hiatal hernia. I haven't had even a spot of heartburn since.
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2 ReactionsI am also interested on any and all information on the LINX procedure.
Did they talk to you about the LINX procedure?
is that the correct link for the Nissen operation? I cant click through.