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What
is Enteryx?
Enteryx is designed to work with the body’s own tissue by helping the LES
(lower esophageal sphincter) form a more effective reflux barrier. At the
lower end of your esophagus there is a muscle ring called the LES which acts
like a valve to allow foods and liquids to pass through to the stomach. When
the LES works improperly, it allows stomach acids and contents to reflux
back up into the esophagus, which may cause the burning sensation of
heartburn.
Is
the Enteryx Procedure right for you?
If
you are dependent on daily medication (Proton Pump Inhibitor Pills), also know
as PPI’s, such as Nexium, Prilosec, Prevacid, Aciphex, and Protonix to treat
your acid reflux symptoms, the Enteryx Procedure may be a welcome alternative. You may be a candidate if you seek an alternative to the cost,
inconvenience or side effects of daily medication and your GERD symptoms can
be managed with daily PPI medications.
The
Enteryx Procedure is a less invasive alternative to surgery and is performed
as an out-patient procedure. Patients
that have been treated showed an overall improvement in their quality of life
and have either reduced the need for PPI medication or eliminated the need for
acid medication altogether.
The
physician will pass an endoscopy through your mouth and down into your
esophagus. Using a small needle,
the physician will inject approximately one teaspoonful of the Enteryx
solution into your LES. Once
injected the Enteryx solution forms into a spongy, permanent implant and
cannot be removed.
What
can you expect after the procedure?
Following
the Enteryx procedure, you may experience some of the following effects:
- Mild-to-moderate
chest pain
- A garlic
smell on breath and body
In
a clinical trial held by the makers of Enteryx, all of the above effects
resolved without incidence, usually within a timeframe from 2-3 days to 2
weeks.
Your
physician may recommend a soft food and liquid diet for 2 to 3 days, and
continuation of PPI therapy for a short period (e.g. 10 days) following the
procedure. In addition, your
physician may prescribe a pain reliever upon discharge.
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