Type of Surgery
In a laparoscopic surgery to alleviate gastroesophageal reflux, the surgeon makes several incisions to gain access to the stomach and esophagus (A). Using the videoscope, the stomach is visualized (B), and the ligament connecting the stomach to the liver is divided (C). The upper part of the stomach is brought up around the base of the esophagus (D), and stitched into place (E). (Illustration by GGS Inc.)
Other Information
Biliary colic is the presenting symptom in 80% of patients with gallstone disease who seek medical care; however, only 10-20% of all individuals with gallstones experience severe gallstone pain.
From: eMedicine
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