g tube surgery

[Lety]

Finally surgery has been scheduled. On may 29 daughter will have her g tube placed, we met the doctor and he mention that she will be tested before surgery. some kind of upper GI scan to see if she has acid reflux and to make sure she won't need the nissen procedure at the same time than placing tube. (not sure about the spelling) Has anyone had experience with this procedure? She doesn't have acid reflux very often lately, she used to have them but not much anymore. I'am hoping she won't need it? please any advice would be appreciated.

 

[JennyCoulon]

My oldest who is 13 and got his g tube when he was 5 did this test. They put an NG tube in the nose and it is hooked to a machine. The machine will keep track of how many reflux episodes happen and then they will decide on the extra surgery for this. If you have other questions dont hesitate to ask. Good luck