Hill repair

A Hill repair is an anti-acid reflux procedure.[1] It is similar to the Nissen fundoplication. Though far less common owing to a greater degree of difficulty, studies indicate a similar rate of efficacy. It is performed almost exclusively in the Pacific Northwest.

References

  1. R. W. Aye, L. D. Hill, S. J. Kraemer, and P. Snopkowski P. (May 1994). "Early results with the laparoscopic Hill repair". Am J Surg 167 (5): 542546. doi:10.1016/0002-9610(94)90254-2. PMID 8185045.


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