Gastroesophageal Reflux Surgery Image

In a laparoscopic surgery to alleviate gastroesophageal reflux, the surgeon makes several incisions to gain access to the stomach and esophagus (A). Using the videoscope, the stomach is visualized (B), and the ligament connecting the stomach to the liver is divided (C). The upper part of the stomach is brought up around the base of the esophagus (D), and stitched into place (E). (Illustration by GGS Inc.)