This Technology located in the following Hospitals:
- Mouwasat Hospital Khobar
Available at Al-Masaa Hospital in Al-Khobar, the German LINX device represents one of the latest therapeutic technologies for treating GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) and hiatal hernias. It provides a non-medication and non-invasive alternative, with a success rate of up to 99%.
The device is introduced through the patient's mouth, controlled by a specialized manipulator for precise placement, and two non-surgical fasteners are used to tighten the esophageal sphincter.
Key Features of the LINX Device:
- The procedure typically takes only 15 to 45 minutes.
- Patients can return to their normal activities within just one day after treatment.
Cases for Using the LINX Device:
- Patients with chronic GERD of varying degrees.
- Those who have been unresponsive to long-term medication.
- Individuals with worsening reflux symptoms or an inability to tolerate it, often leading to frequent nighttime awakenings due to heartburn or acidity.
- Patients with a 3 cm hiatal hernia.
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