The study examines results from more than 35 publishes studies, including a 10-year follow-up study. The study found that Stretta is an effective therapy that fills the gap in GERD treatment between medications and surgery. The procedure results in:
• Effective symptom control in patients who were previously PPI dependent or exhibited poor response to PPIs
• Improved acid sensitivity and decreased tissue compliance
Stretta is also the least expensive alternative to medical therapy, according to the study.
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