A 61-year-old with long‑standing GERD and BMI 38 undergoes bariatric evaluation. What is a potential benefit regarding GERD?...

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A 61-year-old with long‑standing GERD and BMI 38 undergoes bariatric evaluation. What is a potential benefit regarding GERD?

Accepted Answer

Roux‑en‑Y gastric bypass can improve GERD symptoms

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Sleeve gastrectomy universally cures GERD

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Bariatric surgery worsens GERD in all

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GERD management is unrelated to bariatric choice

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Only medications work for GERD

us-abim MCQ (SBA): GERD and Bariatric Surgery