Redo antireflux surgery--the importance of a tailored approach.

Objective: Although several studies have examined early outcome following redo antireflux surgery, there is little data on the long-term efficacy of these procedures. We reviewed our experience of these operations in order to assess the long-term results which can be achieved by choosing redo antireflux procedures based on the results obtained from pre-operative oesophageal function testing.

Methods: The case notes of 26 patients who underwent a repeat antireflux procedure between 1981 and 2000 were reviewed.