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February 04, 2014

New Incisionless Device to Correct Reflux by Medigus

A new trans-oral incisionless device to surgically treat reflux was announced by Medigus , an Israeli company, called the " SRS system ." It is a competitor to two other incisionless devices currently available:  Stretta (Mederi Therapeutics) and Esophyx (Endogastric Solutions). Common to all incisionless devices is the fact that the procedure is performed using an endoscope introduced through the mouth threaded down into the stomach. At this point, the technique used by the de…
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March 24, 2012

FDA Approves New Surgical Reflux Treatment

On March 22, 2012, the FDA approved the LINX Reflux Management System to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Developed by Torax Medical , the "LINX system is composed of a series of titanium beads, each with a magnetic core, connected together with independent titanium wires to form a ring shape like a bracelet of beads. It is implanted at the lower esophageal sphincter (LES), a circular band of muscle that closes the last few centimeters of the esophagus and prevents the …
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