Simply put, the fundoplication operation entails bringing the stomach back to the chest, putting stitches to make the hole through which the stomach enters the chest smaller and wrapping the stomach on itself so that it does not go back to the chest. It is done laparoscopically. Patients typically get a surgery with 4-5 small holes, each of 5 mm in width leaving behind tiny scars. The pain is minimal and can be managed on oral analgesics for 2-3 days. Patients are usually discharged 24 hours after surgery. They are asked to take a soft diet for the first few days before they get a full solid diet.