Acid Reflux Disease
Findings from University of Heidelberg provide new insights into acid reflux disease
Published in Medical Imaging Law Weekly, May 12th, 2009
According to a study from Heidelberg, Germany, "The present randomised pilot trial was designed to compare robot-assisted (RALF) and conventional laparoscopic fundoplication (CLF) focussing on post-operative quality of life (QOL) and functional outcome. Any long-lasting advantages for patients in this regard could be a justification for the use of RALF for the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)."
"Forty patients with GERD were randomised to either RALF or to CLF. During a follow-up period of 12 months, patients' QOL and functional outcome were investigated using disease-specific questionnaires. There were no significant differences in the mean QOL (1.3...
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