LINX Procedure with Subtitles

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Magnetic Sphincter for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease by NEJMvideo Video 1: Schematic Drawing of the Magnetic Sphincter. The magnetic sphincter is composed of magnetic beads sealed in titanium cases. Video 2: Cross Section Schematic of the Magnetic Sphincter in Closed and Open Position. Magnets are shown in each case. When closed, the device augments the native lower…

Everyday Health produced a brief video on how your physician will diagnose if you have GERD. Transcript: Gastroesophageal reflux disease is typically diagnosed through a typical history. Your physician or healthcare provider will listen to the story and can often come to a diagnosis without any specific testing. One thing that is done commonly after…

GERD Animation Transcript: GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease, is a chronic, often progressive condition, resulting from a weak lower esophageal sphincter, or LES. The LES is a muscle at the junction of the esophagus and stomach that functions as the body’s natural barrier to reflux. Normally, the LES closes immediately after swallowing, preventing reflux. In…