Comments Barrett's esophagus is the result of long standing acid reflux in many cases. It by itself does not cause symptoms, but has predeliction to go on to become cancer. Long standing acid reflux can also damage the wall of esophagus as well as the valve between esophagus and stomach, making them weak and less effective. Nissen fundoplication is an effective method of controlling acid reflux. If done laprascopically, patients are usually discharged the next day.
Surgery is good in good hands.