How is Reflux Disease Diagnosed?
17 December 2019
There are several tests that your consultant may use to diagnose reflux disease. Here are some examples…
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LINX Reflux Management System
13 December 2019
The LINX Reflux Management System is indicated for patients diagnosed with pathologic Gastroesophageal…
FAQs
28 November 2019
What is LINXTM? LINX is a flexible ring of small magnets placed around the oesophagus just above…
Control Reflux, Long Term with LINX
28 November 2019
85% of patients were freed from dependence on daily GORD medication, Bothersome regurgitation…
Is Surgery Right for You?
28 November 2019
There are many reasons patients consider surgery as an alternative to medical therapy…
Alternative Anti-Reflux Surgery: LINX
28 November 2019
Benefits: Durable resolution of bothersome heartburn and regurgitation, Requires no alteration to the stomach anatomy…
Treatment: Medication
28 November 2019
In addition to dietary and lifestyle changes, medication is commonly used to treat heartburn, the most common symptom…
Treatment: Lifestyle Modification
28 November 2019
Diet Modification : Spicy/acidic food, Caffeine, Chocolate, Alcohol and tobacco. Lifestyle Modifications: Elevation of head…
Living with Reflux Disease
28 November 2019
Reflux disease can affect your life beyond the symptoms you feel. Patients with Reflux Disease Often Experience…
Traditional Anti-Reflux Surgery: Fundoplication
28 November 2019
Fundoplication surgery involves wrapping the upper part of the stomach around the outside…
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