Transthoracic fundoplication using the Belsey Mark IV technique versus Nissen fundoplication: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Panagiotis T TasoudisEvangelos VitkosBenjamin E HaithcockJason M Long

Published in: Surgical endoscopy (2023)

BMIV fundoplication is a safe and effective but technically challenging. The BMIV technique may offer benefits to patients compared to the laparoscopic Nissen fundoplication. These benefits, however, are challenged by the increased morbidity of a thoracotomy.

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