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| WETZEL COUNTY HOSPITAL |
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| Incisionless Solution for Chronic Acid Reflux TIF |
No more pills. No more pain. TIF: The incisionless solution for GERD
Transoral Incisionless Funcoplication (TIF) treats the underlying cause of GERD without
incisions. This innovative procedure reconstructs the antireflux valve and restores the
body's natural protection against reflux.
If you have heartburn twice a week or more, you may have acid reflux disease, also known
as Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). Heartburn is the most common symptom,
but you may also experience:
TIF patients reported 80% improvement in quality of life, significantly improved satisfaction,
and reduction/elimination of heartburn symptoms. All patients discontinued medication
after the TIF procedure, and 79% were still completely off daily medication two years after
the procedure.
Benefits of TIF:
What are my treatment options?
The most common are diet and lifestyle changes and pharmaceuticals. For moderate to
severe GERD, your doctor may recommend a surgical option, including TIF, an
incisionless surgical solution.
Ask your doctor if the TIF procedure is right for you. The TIF procedure can be performed at
Wetzel County Hospital.
Transoral Incisionless Funcoplication (TIF) treats the underlying cause of GERD without
incisions. This innovative procedure reconstructs the antireflux valve and restores the
body's natural protection against reflux.
If you have heartburn twice a week or more, you may have acid reflux disease, also known
as Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). Heartburn is the most common symptom,
but you may also experience:
- Regurgitation
- Excessive clearing of the throat
- Hoarseness or sore throat
- Persistent cough
- Frequent swallowing
- Burning in the mouth or throat
- Asthma or asthma-like symptoms
- Intolerance of certain foods
- Pain or discomfort in the chest
- Bloating
- Reflux-related sleep disorders
- Dental erosions or therapy-resistant gum disease or inflammation
- Yellow fluid or stains on pillow after sleep
TIF patients reported 80% improvement in quality of life, significantly improved satisfaction,
and reduction/elimination of heartburn symptoms. All patients discontinued medication
after the TIF procedure, and 79% were still completely off daily medication two years after
the procedure.
Benefits of TIF:
- No external skin incisions - no scarring
- No internal cutting or dissecting of the natural anatomy - more rapid recovery
- Fewer adverse events and complications
- Does not limit future treatment options
- Can be revised if required
What are my treatment options?
The most common are diet and lifestyle changes and pharmaceuticals. For moderate to
severe GERD, your doctor may recommend a surgical option, including TIF, an
incisionless surgical solution.
Ask your doctor if the TIF procedure is right for you. The TIF procedure can be performed at
Wetzel County Hospital.