Variable depending upon overall patient health and whether the surgery was elective or emergent. The average for elective surgery is about five days whereas for emergency surgery this may be longer. This may include patients whose symptoms persist despite medication or just as importantly patients whose symptoms improve but continue to have irritation of the esophagus despite medication. Through five very small incisions the abdomen is inflated with carbon dioxide and using a television camera and long, thin instruments the stomach is wrapped around the lowest part of the esophagus. Usually two to three weeks with regards to activity.
Recovery varies with regards to how quickly certain types of foods are eaten.
This varies depending upon the indication. Most patients will require several blood tests as well as a CAT scan. With leukemias and some lymphomas, most patients will require a sampling of their bone marrow. Patients must receive certain immunizations and follow strict antibiotic precautions after surgery. Most commonly these injuries are from car or bike accidents, falls, kicks, etc.