Overview
Nissen fundoplication (NF) is a surgical procedure that involves wrapping the stomach around itself to prevent acid reflux. “Wrapping” tightens the sphincter muscle between the stomach and esophagus, making it… read more
Overview
The gastrostomy tube (G-tube) is a flexible feeding tube surgically inserted through the abdominal wall and directly into the stomach. It bypasses the mouth and esophagus, delivering food, liquid, and… read more
Overview
A speech-language pathologist (SLP) can help people with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) overcome problems with speech and swallowing that develop due to weakness in the tongue, throat, and respiratory muscles.… read more