Introduction Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a well-established potential
consequence of bariatric surgery and can require revisional surgery. Our understanding of …

Background Although revisions account for 17% of cases performed at bariatric centers of
excellence, scarce data exists on whether index operation type influences outcomes after …

Background Hiatal hernias are often repaired concurrently with bariatric surgery to reduce
risk of gastroesophageal reflux disease–related complications. Objectives To examine the …

Hiatal hernias are a common occurrence in the western population, with an estimated
prevalence of 15% to 20%. These hernias may become symptomatic and lead to …

The rate of hiatal hernia (HH) repair during conversion bariatric surgery is largely unknown.
We sought to determine this rate in 12,788 patients undergoing conversion surgery using …

Background Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) is considered the weight loss procedure of
choice for obese patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GORD). The long-term …

Background The relationship between laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG) and
gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is intricate. Hiatal hernia repair or gastropexy can …

Background Post–bariatric surgery hiatal hernias are associated with a cluster of symptoms,
including bloating (nausea/vomiting or fullness), abdominal pain, regurgitation, and food …

Background Paraesophageal hernias (PEH) have a higher incidence in patients with
obesity. Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) with concomitant PEH repair is established as a …

Background Patients requiring concurrent paraesophageal hernia repair (CPHR) have been
shown to have favorable outcomes in primary bariatric surgery. However, patients requiring …