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    The document discusses approaches to treating refractory gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) in adults. It recommends evaluating for complications from GERD like Barrett's esophagus, reviewing medication adherence, making lifestyle changes, and considering additional drug treatments or surgical interventions if symptoms continue. Surgical options include laparoscopic fundoplication which provides 60-80% symptom relief but has risks of side effects. The document provides guidance on evaluating patients for and performing fundoplication or other antireflux procedures for refractory GERD.

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    The document discusses approaches to treating refractory gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) in adults. It recommends evaluating for complications from GERD like Barrett's esophagus, reviewing medication adherence, making lifestyle changes, and considering additional drug treatments or surgical interventions if symptoms continue. Surgical options include laparoscopic fundoplication which provides 60-80% symptom relief but has risks of side effects. The document provides guidance on evaluating patients for and performing fundoplication or other antireflux procedures for refractory GERD.

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    The document discusses approaches to treating refractory gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) in adults. It recommends evaluating for complications from GERD like Barrett's esophagus, reviewing medication adherence, making lifestyle changes, and considering additional drug treatments or surgical interventions if symptoms continue. Surgical options include laparoscopic fundoplication which provides 60-80% symptom relief but has risks of side effects. The document provides guidance on evaluating patients for and performing fundoplication or other antireflux procedures for refractory GERD.

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