LINX Procedure
Dr. Fiszer performs these procedures using the most advanced surgical technologies.
In the LINX procedure, a special ring of magnetic titanium beads is placed around the top of the esophagus via minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery. The beads have a central magnetic core wrapped in biocompatible titanium. The magnets hold the ring firmly around the top of the stomach, acting as a replacement sphincter to keep the stomach contents in place.
When the patient swallows food or beverages, the pressure of the swallowing process causes the magnetic beads to separate, allowing the bolus to enter the stomach. Then, the magnetic attraction pulls the beads back together again to close the opening into the stomach.
Long-Term Efficacy and Safety
LINX was initially approved by the FDA for use in 2012. A five-year follow-up study showed that the device maintained its efficacy in treating GERD, with no shifting of the device, erosions, or malfunctions. Around 93% of patients were very satisfied and all had almost complete resolution of their GERD symptoms with no annoying or adverse effects reported.
Recovery from LINX surgery is generally quick and straightforward, although the patient does have to eat a special diet with a yogurt-like consistency for around six to ten weeks while the body heals.
Is LINX Surgery an Alternative To Fundoplication Surgery?
LINX, known formally as the magnetic sphincter augmentation, is a procedure that is intended to eliminate the symptoms associated with GERD. This type of minimally invasive surgery employs the use of a small implantation device. The device is made of a magnetic core with titanium beads. It’s placed around the esophagus to assist in the esophageal sphincter’s barrier function.
This type of procedure doesn’t utilize the fundus for barrier support. Rather, it relies on the titanium beads. Since LINX is minimally invasive, it offers a quick recovery time for patients and eliminates any nasty scars. LINX is a widely accepted procedure for treating GERD alongside the fundoplication procedure.
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Dr. Fiszer performs these procedures using the most advanced surgical technologies.
Dr. Luciano Fiszer, MD, is a board-certified general surgeon who specializes in bariatric /weight-loss surgery and surgical procedures of the digestive tract. Dr. Fiszer has been in medical practice for over 10 years, providing expertise in minimally invasive laparoscopic and robotic-assisted surgery.
