Surgeon defends mesh technique in acid reflux repair after safety criticism

A surgical team has responded to concerns about using tension-free mesh in reflux surgery, defending the approach's safety and efficacy. The debate matters to hospital systems and insurers evaluating which procedure to cover, as mesh techniques could reduce patient complications and recovery times compared to traditional suturing.

Originaltitel: Author response to: Comment on: Tension-free mesh versus suture-alone cruroplasty in antireflux surgery: a randomized, double-blind clinical trial