| Title |
Krueger, Jessie MSRS_2023 |
| Alternative Title |
Fluoroscopic Necessity and Appearance of the Nissen Fundoplication |
| Creator |
Krueger, Jessie |
| Collection Name |
Master of Radiologic Sciences |
| Description |
This research aims to evaluate the post-operative success and challenges of the Nissen Fundoplication anti-reflux surgery, propose a clear radiologic definition, and establish a standardized method for the post-operative upper gastrointestinal fluoroscopy examination. |
| Abstract |
Background; This research aims to evaluate the post-operative success and challenges of the Nissen Fundoplication anti-reflux surgery, propose a clear radiologic definition, and establish a standardized method for the post-operative upper gastrointestinal fluoroscopy examination.; Discussion; Gastroesophageal reflux affects 44 percent of the US population, and the Nissen Fundoplication is the gold-standard treatment for this condition. While this procedure has a high success rate of 95 percent, potential complications can arise and require radiologic assessment. Standardizing post-Nissen Fundoplication fluoroscopy studies can help identify technical successes and challenges and provide efficient patient care. Imaging findings are essential in identifying post-surgical complications, providing pathophysiology information and a radiologic report for patient management.; Conclusion; Complications of the Nissen Fundoplication include esophageal perforation, loosening or tight fundal wrap, wrap herniation, recurrent gastroesophageal reflux, and esophageal dysmotility or dysphagia. Establishing a standardized method for the post-operative upper gastrointestinal fluoroscopy examination can aid in successfully identifying complications with this procedure, leading to timely diagnosis and intervention. Radiologists and Radiologist Assistants can accurately and effectively assess the success or complications of the Nissen Fundoplication by understanding the post-operative imaging findings. |
| Subject |
Medicine; Patient monitoring; Surgery |
| Digital Publisher |
Stewart Library, Weber State University, Ogden, Utah, United States of America |
| Date |
2023 |
| Medium |
Thesis |
| Type |
Text |
| Access Extent |
1.3 MB; 39 page pdf |
| Rights |
The author has granted Weber State University Archives a limited, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to reproduce his or her theses, in whole or in part, in electronic or paper form and to make it available to the general public at no charge. The author retains all other rights. |
| Source |
University Archives Electronic Records: Master of Education. Stewart Library, Weber State University |
| Format |
application/pdf |
| ARK |
ark:/87278/s6y89dnv |
| Setname |
wsu_smt |
| ID |
142807 |
| Reference URL |
https://digital.weber.edu/ark:/87278/s6y89dnv |
