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Private Laparoscopic Fundoplication

Fundoplication involves wrapping the top of your stomach around your lower oesophageal sphincter. This helps to re-create the benefit of the original muscle that has weakened over time.

Also known as: laparoscopic fundoplication, keyhole fundoplication, GORD surgery

What is fundoplication?

Fundoplication is a highly effective treatment for patients with persistent acid reflux or GORD, offering long-term relief by improving the function of the lower oesophageal sphincter. By restoring the natural barrier between the stomach and oesophagus, this procedure can significantly reduce symptoms, providing patients with a better quality of life without the need for ongoing medication.

Fundoplication involves wrapping the upper part of the stomach (fundus) around the lower end of the oesophagus and stitching it in place to artificially reinforce a weak lower oesophegal sphincter. When performed by expert GI surgeons in specialised centres, fundoplication is generally acknowledged as an effective and durable therapy for advanced GORD or patients with a large hiatus hernia.

Private fundoplication surgery for GORD

In severe cases of GORD that cannot be treated by medication, individuals may be referred to a surgeon who may recommend a procedure called fundoplication.

At St John & St Elizabeth Hospital, fundoplication is performed laparoscopically (keyhole) and are designed to relieve your symptoms, prevent further damage, as well as allow you to come off medication. If surgery looks like the best option to stop your symptoms, the team here has been offering advanced surgery for GORD for over 20 years, and will support you every step of the way.

If you are struggling with acid reflux, or think that you might be experiencing symptoms of GORD, get in touch with our specialist reflux team.

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How to pay for your treatment

If you’re… paying for yourself

Did you know you don’t need private medical insurance to come to St John & St Elizabeth Hospital? As a self-pay patient, you can access safe, outstanding quality health care at times to suit you.

For scans and tests, as well as to see most consultants, you’ll still need to be referred by a medical professional like your GP, but as a self-pay patient, the process is more straightforward. You won’t need authorisation from an insurance provider, and you’ll have greater choice of consultant and appointment times.

If you’re… insured

St John & St Elizabeth Hospital is approved by all major medical insurance companies. If you have a personal private health insurance policy, or your company provide it for you, you can use it to pay for your care from your initial consultation through to treatment, surgery and aftercare such as physiotherapy.

Not all private health insurance plans cover the same things. It’s very important to check exactly what you are covered for with your insurance provider.

Frequently asked questions about fundoplication

Medically reviewed by Mr Majid Hashemi - MB ChB FRCS (Gen) on 30/11/2024