Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, Hiatal Hernia, Paraesophageal Hernia
Conditions
Keywords
GERD, Hiatal Hernia, Paraesophageal Hernia, Biologic Mesh
Brief summary
To study the long term outcome of Laparoscopic Hiatal Hernia Repair with human acellular dermal matrix Alloderm (LifeCell, Branchburg, NJ) mesh.
Detailed description
To study the long term outcome of Laparoscopic Hiatal Hernia Repair with human acellular dermal matrix Alloderm (LifeCell, Branchburg, NJ) mesh. A barium swallow test with x-rays will be performed to look for recurrence of hiatal hernia. If the participants are symptomatic, additional medical therapy will be provided as deemed appropriate.
Interventions
None listed
Sponsors
Study design
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
* Subjects who underwent paraesophageal hernia repair at UNMC. * Greater than 19 years of age * Not pregnant
Exclusion criteria
* Children and adolescents * Pregnant and breast-feeding patients * Vulnerable subjects such as decisionally impaired persons
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Recurrence of hiatal hernia or GERD symptoms | 3+ years after initial surgery | Patients will be questioned concerning their gastroesophageal reflux symptoms and hernia recurrence will be assessed using a barium swallow and x-rays. |
Countries
United States