Laparoscopic Toupet fundoplication with duodenojejunostomy for the management of superior mesenteric artery syndrome with reflux symptoms.

RATIONALE

The patient had symptoms of GERD and the reflux even caused the symptom of cough. Gaining weight is a risk factor for the treatment of reflux as it could exacerbated symptoms of reflux and the drug treatment is not effective. Surgical intervention becomes necessary when there is failure following conservative medical therapy or the patient.

PATIENT CONCERNS

The patient was not satisfied with the drug treatment.

DIAGNOSES

Superior mesenteric artery syndrome, gastroesophageal reflux disease.

INTERVENTIONS

Laparoscopic Toupet fundoplication with duodenojejunostomy.

OUTCOMES

The patient discharged from hospital 10 days after surgery without any postoperative complication. The patient achieved complete relief of symptoms and discontinuation of drug.

LESSONS SUBSECTIONS

Superior mesenteric artery (SMA) syndrome may manifest the symptoms of GERD such as heartburn, acid reflux and cough. It is necessary to complete examination to exclude superior mesenteric artery syndrome for these patients. Laparoscopic fundoplication with duodenojejunostomy provided an effective treatment for patients who failed drug treatment.