If your child struggles with severe acid reflux (GERD) that doesn't improve with medication or lifestyle changes, your doctor may mention fundoplication surgery.
Fundoplication strengthens the lower esophagus by wrapping the top part of the stomach (fundus) around it like a supportive hug. This helps keep stomach acid where it belongs—in the stomach!
Who might need this surgery?
Children with:
Long-term esophagus inflammation (esophagitis)
Recurrent aspiration pneumonia
GERD-triggered asthma
Chronic anemia from esophageal irritation
Esophageal strictures (narrowing)
Hiatal hernias causing severe symptoms
Fundoplication can be partial or complete (Nissen fundoplication) depending on your child’s needs. It’s not the first step in GERD treatment, but for some kids, it can be life-changing.
Did your doctor recommend it? Did your child get it done already? We would love to hear from parents who have considered it.
Fundoplication strengthens the lower esophagus by wrapping the top part of the stomach (fundus) around it like a supportive hug. This helps keep stomach acid where it belongs—in the stomach!
Who might need this surgery?
Children with:
Long-term esophagus inflammation (esophagitis) Recurrent aspiration pneumonia GERD-triggered asthma Chronic anemia from esophageal irritation Esophageal strictures (narrowing) Hiatal hernias causing severe symptomsFundoplication can be partial or complete (Nissen fundoplication) depending on your child’s needs. It’s not the first step in GERD treatment, but for some kids, it can be life-changing.
Did your doctor recommend it? Did your child get it done already? We would love to hear from parents who have considered it.
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