| Theme | Clinical Problems after Gastrectomy | |
|---|---|---|
| Title | Reflux Esophagitis Post Total Gastrectomy | |
| Publish Date | 2009/10 | |
| Author | Yasushi Nakane | Department of Surgery, Kansai Medical University Hirakata Hospital |
| Author | Taku Michiura | Department of Surgery, Kansai Medical University Hirakata Hospital |
| Author | Aiko Iwai | Department of Surgery, Kansai Medical University Hirakata Hospital |
| Author | Kazuto Sakuramoto | Department of Surgery, Kansai Medical University Hirakata Hospital |
| Author | Songtae Kim | Department of Surgery, Kansai Medical University Hirakata Hospital |
| Author | Kentaro Inoue | Department of Surgery, Kansai Medical University Hirakata Hospital |
| [ Summary ] | Recent advances in drug therapy have provided conservative treatment for most patients with reflux esophagitis after total gastrectomy. However, patients who have undergone B-II or β type nastomosis are often difficult to treat conservatively and are candidates for surgery. Subsequent procedures for reflux esophagitis are necessary to isolate the causative digestive juice. Reflux esophagitis after total gastrectomy can be prevented by employing appropriate reconstructive procedures. Prevention of this disease through use of appropriate reconstruction is vital. | |