985.446.1763 info@thibodauxsurgery.com Home Specialties Board Certified Surgeons Patient Info Contact Us Anti-Reflux Surgery It’s time to win the battle against reflux. Solve reflux, for good. Reflux sufferers, meet LINX® — a revolutionary solution for reflux. It’s a simple device with life-changing potential. LINX is intended for patients diagnosed with Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) as defined by abnormal pH testing, and who are seeking an alternative to continuous acid suppression therapy. Continue on to learn more about this small device with big results. Restore, don’t reconstruct. Unlike other procedures to treat reflux, LINX is implanted around the outside of the Lower Esophageal Sphincter (LES) and requires no alteration to the stomach. Listen to what your body is telling you. It’s time to start your journey and take back control. LINX is intended for patients diagnosed with Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) as defined by abnormal pH testing, and who are seeking an alternative to continuous acid suppression therapy. Are you concerned with a lifetime of medication, pharmacy visits and potential side effects? If this sounds like you, talk to your doctor, it may be time for LINX. Proven Benefits FREEDOM FROM MEDICATION 85% of patients remained free from dependence on daily GERD medication* FREEDOM FROM REGURGITATION Bothersome regurgitation was significantly reduced from 57% to 1% at five years* 99% of patients eliminated bothersome regurgitation with LINX. Now that’s a one-way route to a better life. FREEDOM FROM HEARTBURN Bothersome heartburn was significantly reduced from 89% at baseline to 11.9% at five years* Patients reported a significant improvement in their quality of life* * Ganz RA Long-Term Outcomes of Patients Receiving a Magnetic Sphincter Augmentation Device for Gastroesophageal Reflux Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology May 2016 For full patient information visit www.linxforlife.com or www.toraxmedical.com. Contact Us today to learn more! How LINX Works GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) is caused by a weak muscle called the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) that allows acid and bile to flow back from the stomach into the esophagus, creating pain and may cause damage to the lining of the esophagus. LinX is a flexible ring of small magnets placed around the LES during a minimally invasive procedure. The strength of the magnets helps keep the weak LES closed to provent reflux. When you swallow, LINX opens temporarily to allow food and liquid to pass into the stomach. Specialties Surgical Weight Loss Abdominal Surgery Complete Breast Care Anti-Reflux (GERD) Surgery Minimally Invasive Robotic Surgery Laser Therapy for Varicose Veins Hernia Surgery - Open and MIS Cancer Surgery Endoscopy Venous Access Ano-rectal Surgery Thyroid and Parathyroid Surgery Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy Thibodaux Surgical Specialists GET IN TOUCH TODAY! ABOUT TSS With a genuine interest in each patient, we are dedicated to your best care. We have carefully structured our practice to be able to provide the personal, quality care we feel you deserve. SCHEDULE YOUR CONSULTATION