GERD Surgery (Laparoscopic Fundoplication) in India

Laparoscopic fundoplication treats gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) by wrapping the upper part of the stomach around the lower oesophagus, reinforcing the weakened valve that normally stops stomach acid from flowing back up. It is generally recommended for GERD that continues despite medication, or for patients who would rather avoid lifelong daily medication, particularly when a hiatal hernia is contributing to the reflux.

Procedures Available

Nissen fundoplication, a full 360-degree wrap, is the most established and widely used technique, offering strong long-term reflux control. Partial fundoplication, wrapping only part of the way around, is used in select cases, often when swallowing difficulty is a particular concern, trading a small amount of reflux control for a lower risk of that side effect. Where a hiatal hernia is present, it is repaired in the same operation.

Cost

The estimate covers pre-operative evaluation, the laparoscopic surgery, anaesthesia, and hospital stay through discharge. Cases needing more extensive hiatal hernia repair alongside the fundoplication generally cost more due to the additional surgical time involved.

How Long the Trip Takes

Most patients plan for 10 to 12 days in India. This covers pre-op evaluation, including endoscopy and oesophageal function testing to confirm surgery is appropriate, 2 to 4 days in hospital after surgery, and enough recovery time on a liquid-to-soft diet before flying home comfortably.

Choosing a Hospital

Choose a gastrointestinal surgeon with high fundoplication volumes specifically, since wrap tightness is a technical judgement that affects both reflux control and the risk of swallowing difficulty afterward. Confirm what pre-operative testing, such as manometry, is done to properly select candidates and choose the right wrap technique for your case.