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Background: Antireflux operations have been recommended for infants and children suffering from complications related to gastroesophageal reflux (GER). In recent years, the laparoscopic approach has been used increasingly for antireflux surgery in adult patients. This is our initial experience with Nissen fundoplication in infants and children under 2 years of age.
Patients: We operated on 11 patients weighing between 3.0 and 10.0 kg. The main indications for surgery were GER-induced aspiration pneumonia and failure to thrive, in spite of intensive conservative treatment. All patients except one had an associated neurological abnormality, including six patients with familial dysautonomia.
Results: All attempted operations were completed successfully laparoscopically, with only a few postoperative complications and acceptable short-term results. The clinical considerations and technical aspects unique to this specific group of patients are discussed.
Conclusion: Laparoscopic Nissen fundoplication is feasible, safe, and effective, even in very small babies.
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Received: 16 April 1997/Accepted: 30 June 1997
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Zamir, O., Udassin, R., Seror, D. et al. Laparoscopic Nissen fundoplication in children under 2 years of age. Surg Endosc 11, 1202–1205 (1997). https://doi.org/10.1007/s004649900569
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s004649900569