Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease and Need for Antireflux Surgery in Children with Cystic Fibrosis: A Systematic Review on Incidence, Surgical Complications, and Postoperative Outcomes
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Systematic review of 289 pediatric CF patients found 46% GERD incidence, with antireflux surgery (primarily Nissen fundoplication) showing 59% symptom improvement and reduced pulmonary decline at 2-year follow-up. Major complications occurred in 18% of surgical cases, with no procedure-related deaths.
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How to cite: GlobalCastMD. Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease and Need for Antireflux Surgery in Children with Cystic Fibrosis: A Systematic Review on Incidence, Surgical Complications, and Postoperative Outcomes. GlobalCastMD Medical Library. 2020-11-17. https://library.globalcastmd.com/article/3320
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