Surgeon-performed endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography. Outcomes of 2392 procedures at two tertiary care centers.

Background: Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) is a common procedure that, in the United States, is traditionally performed by gastroenterologists. We hypothesized that when performed by well-trained surgeons, ERCP can be performed safely and effectively. The objectives of the study were to assess the rate of successful cannulation of the duct of interest and to assess the 30-day complication and mortality rates.

Laparoscopic Nissen fundoplication controls reflux symptoms and improves disease-specific quality of life in patients with class I and II obesity.

Background: Patients with class I obesity and refractory gastroesophageal reflux disease may not qualify for bariatric surgery, and the effectiveness of laparoscopic Nissen fundoplication remains controversial. This study evaluates the early efficacy of laparoscopic Nissen fundoplication in patients with class I and II obesity.

Methods: Data for patients who underwent laparoscopic Nissen fundoplication between 2009 and 2014 were collected prospectively.

Laparoscopic redo fundoplication improves disease-specific and global quality of life following failed laparoscopic or open fundoplication.

Introduction: Laparoscopic fundoplication is associated with failure rates of up to 30% and redo operation rates of 5-8%. Redo fundoplication improves patient symptoms, but its impact on patient quality of life remains unclear. We hypothesized that laparoscopic redo fundoplication improves disease-specific and global quality of life in patients with recurrent symptoms following failed laparoscopic or open fundoplication.

Laparoscopic adjustable gastric banded plication: case-matched study from a single U.S. center.

Background: Laparoscopic adjustable gastric banded plication (LAGBP) is a novel technique for weight loss surgery. This study evaluates the safety and short-term efficacy of LAGBP in a U.S.