List of Excluded Studies

1. Abbas AE, Deschamps C, Cassivi SD, Allen MS, Nichols FC, Miller DL, Pairolero PC. Barrett's esophagus: the role of laparoscopic fundoplication. Annals of Thoracic Surgery. 2004 Feb;77(2):393–6. Outcome not of interest . [PubMed: 14759403]
2. Ackroyd R, Watson DI, Majeed AW, Troy G, Treacy PJ, Stoddard CJ. Randomized clinical trial of laparoscopic versus open fundoplication for gastro-oesophageal reflux disease.[see comment] British Journal of Surgery. 2004 Aug;91(8):975–82. Does not meet inclusion criteria . [PubMed: 15286957]
3. Alexander HC, Hendler RS, Seymour NE, Shires GT. Laparoscopic treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease. American Surgeon. 1997 May;63(5):434–40. Does not meet inclusion criteria . [PubMed: 9128233]
4. Alexiou C, Beggs D, Salama FD, Beggs L, Knowles KR. A tailored surgical approach for gastro-oesophageal reflux disease: the Nottingham experience. European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery. 2000 Apr;17(4):389–95. Does not meet inclusion criteria . [PubMed: 10773560]
5. Alexiou C, Salama FD, Beggs D, Brackenbury ET, Knowles KR. Comparison of long-term results of total fundoplication gastroplasty and Belsey Mark IV antireflux operations in relation to the severity of oesophagitis. European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery. 1999 Mar;15(3):320–6. Technique not of interest . [PubMed: 10333030]
6. Allen CJ, Anvari M. Gastro-oesophageal reflux related cough and its response to laparoscopic fundoplication. Thorax. 1998 Nov;53(11):963–8. Does not meet inclusion criteria . [PMC free article: PMC1745120] [PubMed: 10193396]
7. Allescher HD, Bockenhoff A, Knapp G, Wienbeck M, Hartung J. Treatment of non-ulcer dyspepsia: a meta-analysis of placebo-controlled prospective studies.[see comment] Scandinavian Journal of Gastroenterology. 2001 Sep;36(9):934–41. Population not of interest . [PubMed: 11521983]
8. Allgood PC, Bachmann M. Medical or surgical treatment for chronic gastrooesophageal reflux? A systematic review of published evidence of effectiveness. European Journal of Surgery. 2000 Sep;166(9):713–21. Poor quality . [PubMed: 11034468]
9. Althar RA. Laparoscopic anti-reflux surgery in the community hospital setting: evaluation of 100 consecutive patients. Journal of the Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons. 1999 Apr;3(2):107–12. Does not meet inclusion criteria . [PMC free article: PMC3015319] [PubMed: 10444008]
10. Anderson JA, Myers JC, Watson DI, Gabb M, Mathew G, Jamieson GG. Concurrent fluoroscopy and manometry reveal differences in laparoscopic Nissen and anterior fundoplication. Digestive Diseases & Sciences. 1998 Apr;43(4):847–53. Does not meet inclusion criteria . [PubMed: 9558043]
11. Anvari M, Allen C, Borm A. Laparoscopic Nissen fundoplication is a satisfactory alternative to long-term omeprazole therapy. British Journal of Surgery. 1995 Jul;82(7):938–42. Does not meet inclusion criteria . [PubMed: 7648115]
12. Anvari M, Allen C, Moran LA. Immediate and delayed effects of laparoscopic Nissen fundoplication on pulmonary function. Surgical Endoscopy. 1996 Dec;10(12):1171–5. Does not meet inclusion criteria . [PubMed: 8939836]
13. Arca MJ, Gagner M, GarciaRuiz A, Todd HB. The significance of pH and manometric testing after laparoscopic fundoplication.[see comment] Surgical Endoscopy. 2002 Mar;16(3):395–400. Outcome not of interest . [PubMed: 11928015]
14. Attwood SE, Barlow AP, Norris TL, Watson A. Barrett's oesophagus: effect of antireflux surgery on symptom control and development of complications. British Journal of Surgery. 1992 Oct;79(10):1050–3. Does not meet inclusion criteria . [PubMed: 1422717]
15. Battle WS, Nyhus LM, Bombeck CT. Nissen fundoplication and esophagitis secondary to gastroesophageal reflux. Archives of Surgery. 1973 Apr;106(4):588–92. Does not meet inclusion criteria . [PubMed: 4696733]
16. Bell RC, Hanna P, Powers B, Sabel J, Hruza D. Clinical and manometric results of laparoscopic partial (Toupet) and complete (Rosetti-Nissen) fundoplication. Surgical Endoscopy. 1996 Jul;10(7):724–8. Does not meet inclusion criteria . [PubMed: 8662427]
17. Bensoussan AL, Yazbeck S, Carceller Blanchard A. Results and complications of Toupet partial posterior wrap: 10 years' experience. Journal of Pediatric Surgery. 1994 Sep;29(9):1215–7. Pediatrics . [PubMed: 7807348]
18. Bischof G, Feil W, Riegler M, Wenzl E, Schiessel R. Peptic esophageal stricture: is surgery still necessary? Wiener Klinische Wochenschrift. 1996;108(9):267–71. Population not of interest . [PubMed: 8686319]
19. Bisgaard T, Stockel M, Klarskov B, Kehlet H, Rosenberg J. Prospective analysis of convalescence and early pain after uncomplicated laparoscopic fundoplication. British Journal of Surgery. 2004 Nov;91(11):1473–8. Outcome not of interest . [PubMed: 15386321]
20. Blomqvist A, Dalenback J, Hagedorn C, Lonroth H, Hyltander A, Lundell L. Impact of complete gastric fundus mobilization on outcome after laparoscopic total fundoplication. Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery. 2000 Sep;4(5):493–500. Does not meet inclusion criteria . [PubMed: 11077325]
21. Blomqvist A, Lonroth H, Dalenback J, Ruth M, Wiklund I, Lundell L. Quality of life assessment after laparoscopic and open fundoplications. Results of a prospective, clinical study. Scandinavian Journal of Gastroenterology. 1996 Nov;31(11):1052–8. Does not meet inclusion criteria . [PubMed: 8938896]
22. Bloomston M, Nields W, Rosemurgy AS. Symptoms and antireflux medication use following laparoscopic Nissen fundoplication: outcome at 1 and 4 years.[erratum appears in JSLS. 2003 Oct-Dec;7(4):388] Journal of the Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons. 2003 Jul;7(3):211–8. Does not meet inclusion criteria . [PMC free article: PMC3113200] [PubMed: 14558708]
23. Bloomston M;Zervos E;Gonzalez R;Albrink M;Rosemurgy A;Quality of life and antireflux medication use following laparoscopic Nissen fundoplication 1998 Jun American Surgeon 64(6):509–13; discussion 513–4,Does not meet inclusion criteria. [PubMed: 9619170]
24. Blum AL;Treatment of acid-related disorders with gastric acid inhibitors: the state of the art 1990Digestion 47 Suppl 1:3–10; discussion 49–52,Data available in systematic review. [PubMed: 1982662]
25. Booth MI, Stratford J, Thompson E, Dehn TC. Laparoscopic antireflux surgery in the treatment of the acid-sensitive oesophagus. British Journal of Surgery. 2001 Apr;88(4):577–82. Does not meet inclusion criteria . [PubMed: 11298628]
26. Boutelier P, Jonsell G. An alternative fundoplicative maneuver for gastroesophageal reflux. American Journal of Surgery. 1982 Feb;143(2):260–4. Does not meet inclusion criteria . [PubMed: 7058999]
27. Bowes KL, Sarna SK. Effect of fundoplication on the lower esophageal sphincter. Canadian Journal of Surgery. 1975 Jul;18(4):328–33. Outcome not of interest . [PubMed: 1148958]
28. Bowes KL, Sarna SK. Effect of fundoplication on the lower esophageal sphincter. Canadian Journal of Surgery. 1975 Jul;18(4):328–33. Outcome not of interest . [PubMed: 1148958]
29. Brand DL, Eastwood IR, Martin D, Carter WB, Pope CE. Esophageal symptoms, manometry, and histology before and after antireflux surgery: a long-term follow-up study. Gastroenterology. 1979 Jun;76(6):1393–401. Does not meet inclusion criteria . [PubMed: 437437]
30. Brouwer R, Kiroff GK. Improvement of respiratory symptoms following laparoscopic Nissen fundoplication. ANZ Journal of Surgery. 2003 Apr;73(4):189–93. Does not meet inclusion criteria . [PubMed: 12662224]
31. Brunner G;Creutzfeldt W;Omeprazole in the long-term management of patients with acid-related diseases resistant to ranitidine 1989Scandinavian Journal of Gastroenterology - Supplement 166:101–5; discussion 111–3,Available meta-analysis. [PubMed: 2513641]
32. Bushkin FL, Neustein CL, Parker TH, Woodward ER. Nissen fundoplication for reflux peptic esophagitis. Annals of Surgery. 1977 Jun;185(6):672–7. Does not meet inclusion criteria . [PMC free article: PMC1396217] [PubMed: 871221]
33. Byrne WJ, Euler AR, Ashcraft E, Nash DG, Seibert JJ, Golladay ES. Gastroesophageal reflux in the severely retarded who vomit: criteria for and results of surgical intervention in twenty-two patients. Surgery. 1982 Jan;91(1):95–8. Does not meet inclusion criteria . [PubMed: 7054912]
34. Cadiere GB, Himpens J, Rajan A, Muls V, Lemper JC, Bruyns J, Urbain D, Ham H. Laparoscopic Nissen fundoplication: laparoscopic dissection technique and results. Hepato-Gastroenterology. 1997 Jan;44(13):4–10. Does not meet inclusion criteria . [PubMed: 9058110]
35. Cadiere GB, Himpens J, Vertruyen M, Bruyns J, Germay O, Leman G, Izizaw R. Evaluation of telesurgical (robotic) NISSEN fundoplication. Surgical Endoscopy. 2001 Sep;15(9):918–23. Surgical technique description . [PubMed: 11605106]
36. Champault G, Volter F, Rizk N, Boutelier P. Gastroesophageal reflux: conventional surgical treatment versus laparoscopy. A prospective study of 61 cases. Surgical Laparoscopy & Endoscopy. 1996 Dec;6(6):434–40. Does not meet inclusion criteria . [PubMed: 8948034]
37. Chiba N, De Gara CJ, Wilkinson JM, Hunt RH. Speed of healing and symptom relief in grade II to IV gastroesophageal reflux disease: a meta-analysis. Gastroenterology. 1997 Jun;112(6):1798–810. Data available in subsequent meta-analysis . [PubMed: 9178669]
38. Chrysos E, Athanasakis E, Pechlivanides G, Tzortzinis A, Mantides A, Xynos E. The effect of total and anterior partial fundoplication on antireflux mechanisms of the gastroesophageal junction. American Journal of Surgery. 2004 Jul;188(1):39–44. Does not meet inclusion criteria . [PubMed: 15219483]
39. Chrysos E, Prokopakis G, Athanasakis E, Pechlivanides G, Tsiaoussis J, Mantides A, Xynos E. Factors affecting esophageal motility in gastroesophageal reflux disease. Archives of Surgery. 2003 Mar;138(3):241–6. Outcome not of interest . [PubMed: 12611566]
40. Chrysos E, Tsiaoussis J, Zoras OJ, Athanasakis E, Mantides A, Katsamouris A, Xynos E. Laparoscopic surgery for gastroesophageal reflux disease patients with impaired esophageal peristalsis: total or partial fundoplication? Journal of the American College of Surgeons. 2003;197(1):8–15. Does not meet inclusion criteria . [PubMed: 12831918]
41. Cicala M, Gabbrielli A, Emerenziani S, Guarino MP, Ribolsi M, Caviglia R, Costamagna G. Effect of endoscopic augmentation of the lower oesophageal sphincter (Gatekeeper reflux repair system) on intraoesophageal dynamic characteristics of acid reflux.[see comment] Gut. 2005 Feb;54(2):183–6. Gatekeeper not available in US . [PMC free article: PMC1774830] [PubMed: 15647177]
42. Civello IM, Brisinda G, Sganga G, De Fazio S, Maria G, Crucitti F. Modified Hill operation vs. Nissen fundoplication in the surgical treatment of gastro-esophageal reflux disease. Hepato-Gastroenterology. 1997 Mar;44(14):380–6. Intervention not of interest . [PubMed: 9164506]
43. Coelho JC, Wiederkehr JC, Campos AC, Andrigueto PC. Conversions and complications of laparoscopic treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease. Journal of the American College of Surgeons. 1999 Oct;189(4):356–61. Mixed surgeries . [PubMed: 10509460]
44. Cohen JA, Arain A, Harris PA, Byrne DW, Holzman MD, Sharp KW, Richards WO. Surgical trial investigating nocturnal gastroesophageal reflux and sleep (STINGERS). Surgical Endoscopy. 2003 Mar;17(3):394–400. Does not meet inclusion criteria . [PubMed: 12436237]
45. Contini S, Bertele A, Nervi G, Zinicola R, Scarpignato C. Quality of life for patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease 2 years after laparoscopic fundoplication. Evaluation of the results obtained during the initial experience.[see comment] Surgical Endoscopy. 2002 Nov;16(11):1555–60. Does not meet inclusion criteria . [PubMed: 12072998]
46. Contini S, Bertele A, Nervi G, Zinicola R, Scarpignato C. Quality of life for patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease 2 years after laparoscopic fundoplication. Evaluation of the results obtained during the initial experience.[see comment] Surgical Endoscopy. 2002 Nov;16(11):1555–60. Does not meet inclusion criteria . [PubMed: 12072998]
47. Contini S, Zinicola R, Bertele A, Nervi G, Rubini P, Scarpignato C. Dysphagia and clinical outcome after laparoscopic Nissen or Rossetti fundoplication: sequential prospective study. World Journal of Surgery. 2002 Sep;26(9):1106–11. Does not meet inclusion criteria . [PubMed: 12045866]
48. Coster DD, Bower WH, Wilson VT, Brebrick RT, Richardson GL. Laparoscopic partial fundoplication vs laparoscopic Nissen-Rosetti fundoplication. Short-term results of 231 cases.[see comment] Surgical Endoscopy. 1997 Jun;11(6):625–31. Does not meet inclusion criteria . [PubMed: 9171120]
49. Coster DD, Bower WH, Wilson VT, Butler DA, Locker SC, Brebrick RT. Laparoscopic Nissen fundoplication--a curative, safe, and cost-effective procedure for complicated gastroesophageal reflux disease. Surgical Laparoscopy & Endoscopy. 1995 Apr;5(2):111–7. Does not meet inclusion criteria . [PubMed: 7773455]
50. Cremonini F;Di Caro S;DelgadoAros S;Sepulveda A;Gasbarrini G;Gasbarrini A;Camilleri M;Meta-analysis: the relationship between Helicobacter pylori infection and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease.[retraction in Cremonini F, Di Caro S, Delgado-Aros S, Sepulveda A, Gasbarrini G, Gasbarrini A, Camilleri M. Aliment Pharmacol Ther. 2004 Jan 1;19(1):145; PMID: 14687178] 2003 Aug 1 Alimentary Pharmacology & Therapeutics 18(3):279–89,Intervention not of interest. [PubMed: 14687178]
51. Csendes A, Burdiles P, Korn O, Braghetto I, Huertas C, Rojas J. Late results of a randomized clinical trial comparing total fundoplication versus calibration of the cardia with posterior gastropexy. British Journal of Surgery. 2000 Mar;87(3):289–97. Intervention not of interest . [PubMed: 10718796]
52. Dallemagne B, Weerts JM, Jeahes C, Markiewicz S. Results of laparoscopic Nissen fundoplication. Hepato-Gastroenterology. 1998 Sep;45(23):1338–43. Does not meet inclusion criteria . [PubMed: 9840062]
53. Dallemagne B, Weerts JM, Jehaes C, Markiewicz S. Causes of failures of laparoscopic antireflux operations. Surgical Endoscopy. 1996 Mar;10(3):305–10. Does not meet inclusion criteria . [PubMed: 8779064]
54. Dassinger MS;Torquati A;Houston HL;Holzman MD;Sharp KW;Richards WO;Laparoscopic fundoplication: 5-year follow-up 2004 Aug American Surgeon 70(8):691–4; discussion 694–5,Does not meet inclusion criteria. [PubMed: 15328802]
55. de Beaux AC, Watson DI, O'Boyle C, Jamieson GG. Role of fundoplication in patient symptomatology after laparoscopic antireflux surgery. British Journal of Surgery. 2001 Aug;88(8):1117–21. Descriptive study . [PubMed: 11488799]
56. de Jong JR, van Ramshorst B, Timmer R, Gooszen HG, Smout AJ. The influence of laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding on gastroesophageal reflux. Obesity Surgery. 2004 Mar;14(3):399–406. Does not meet inclusion criteria . [PubMed: 15072663]
57. DeMeester TR;Bonavina L;Albertucci M;Nissen fundoplication for gastroesophageal reflux disease. Evaluation of primary repair in 100 consecutive patients 1986Annals of SurgeryDoes not meet inclusion criteria. [PMC free article: PMC1251217] [PubMed: 3729589]
58. DeMeester TR, Johnson LF. Evaluation of the Nissen antireflux procedure by esophageal manometry and twenty-four hour pH monitoring. American Journal of Surgery. 1975 Jan;129(1):94–100. Does not meet inclusion criteria . [PubMed: 2024]
59. Demos NJ. Stapled, uncut gastroplasty for hiatal hernia: 12-year follow-up. Annals of Thoracic Surgery. 1984 Oct;38(4):393–9. Intervention not of interest . [PubMed: 6385891]
60. Desai KM, Soper NJ, Frisella MM, Quasebarth MA, Dunnegan DL, Brunt LM. Efficacy of laparoscopic antireflux surgery in patients with Barrett's esophagus. American Journal of Surgery. 2003 Dec;186(6):652–9. Outcome not of interest . [PubMed: 14672774]
61. DeVault KR. Surgery versus medical therapy for gastroesophageal reflux disease. American Journal of Gastroenterology. 2001 Jun;96(6):1932–3. Comment . [PubMed: 11419855]
62. Dobrilla G, Comberlato M, Steele A, Vallaperta P. Drug treatment of functional dyspepsia. A meta-analysis of randomized controlled clinical trials. Journal of Clinical Gastroenterology. 1989 Apr;11(2):169–77. Population not of interest . [PubMed: 2567747]
63. Donahue PE, Samelson S, Nyhus LM, Bombeck CT. The floppy Nissen fundoplication. Effective long-term control of pathologic reflux. Archives of Surgery. 1985 Jun;120(6):663–8. Does not meet inclusion criteria . [PubMed: 4004552]
64. Edwards SJ, Lind T, Lundell L. Systematic review of proton pump inhibitors for the acute treatment of reflux oesophagitis. Alimentary Pharmacology & Therapeutics. 2001 Nov;15(11):1729–36. Limited individual comparisons (only esomeprazole vs. omeprazole) [PubMed: 11683686]
65. Ellingson TL;Kozarek RA;Gelfand MD;Botoman AV;Patterson DJ;Iatrogenic achalasia. A case series 1995 Journal of Clinical GastroenterologyPopulation not of interest. [PubMed: 7769210]
66. Erenoglu C, Miller A, Schirmer B. Laparoscopic Toupet versus Nissen fundoplication for the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease. International Surgery. 2003 Oct;88(4):219–25. Does not meet inclusion criteria . [PubMed: 14717528]
67. Eriksson S, Langstrom G, Rikner L, Carlsson R, Naesdal J. Omeprazole and H2-receptor antagonists in the acute treatment of duodenal ulcer, gastric ulcer and reflux oesophagitis: a meta-analysis.[erratum appears in Eur J Gastroenterol Hepatol 1996 Feb;8(2):192] European Journal of Gastroenterology & Hepatology. 1995 May;7(5):467–75. Data available in subsequent systematic review . [PubMed: 7614110]
68. Eshraghi N, Farahmand M, Soot SJ, RandLuby L, Deveney CW, Sheppard BC. Comparison of outcomes of open versus laparoscopic Nissen fundoplication performed in a single practice. American Journal of Surgery. 1998 May;175(5):371–4. Does not meet inclusion criteria . [PubMed: 9600280]
69. Ettinger;Paul RE;Moran JM;Gastric pseudotumor after fundoplication 1971 Sep Gastroenterology 61(3):299–304, Outcome not of interest. [PubMed: 5099228]
70. Feldman LS;Mayrand S;Stanbridge D;Mercier L;Barkun JS;Fried GM;Laparoscopic fundoplication: a model for assessing new technology in surgical procedures 2001 Oct Surgery 130(4):686–93; discussion 693–5, Does not meet inclusion criteria. [PubMed: 11602900]
71. Feretis C, Benakis P, Dimopoulos C, Dailianas A, Filalithis P, Stamou KM, Manouras A, Apostolidis N. Endoscopic implantation of Plexiglas (PMMA) microspheres for the treatment of GERD.[see comment] Gastrointestinal Endoscopy. 2001 Apr;53(4):423–6. Multiple reasons . [PubMed: 11275880]
72. Field SK, Sutherland LR. Does medical antireflux therapy improve asthma in asthmatics with gastroesophageal reflux?: a critical review of the literature. Chest. 1998 Jul;114(1):275–83. Outcome: asthma symptoms . [PubMed: 9674479]
73. Finney JS, Kinnersley N, Hughes M, O'BryanTear CG, Lothian J. Meta-analysis of antisecretory and gastrokinetic compounds in functional dyspepsia. Journal of Clinical Gastroenterology. 1998 Jun;26(4):312–20. Population not of interest . [PubMed: 9649020]
74. Fockens P, Bruno MJ, Gabbrielli A, Odegaard S, Hatlebakk J, Allescher HD, Rosch T, Rhodes M, Bastid C, Rey J, Boyer J, Muehldorffer S, van den HU, Costamagna G. Endoscopic augmentation of the lower esophageal sphincter for the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease: multicenter study of the Gatekeeper Reflux Repair System. Endoscopy. 2004 Aug;36(8):682–9. Intervention not of interest . [PubMed: 15280972]
75. Fouad YM, Katz PO, Castell DO. Oesophageal motility defects associated with nocturnal gastro-oesophageal reflux on proton pump inhibitors. Alimentary Pharmacology & Therapeutics. 1999 Nov;13(11):1467–71. Does not meet inclusion criteria . [PubMed: 10571603]
76. Frantzides CT, Carlson MA. Laparoscopic versus conventional fundoplication. Journal of Laparoendoscopic Surgery. 1995 Jun;5(3):137–43. Does not meet inclusion criteria . [PubMed: 7548986]
77. Frantzides CT;Richards C;A study of 362 consecutive laparoscopic Nissen fundoplications 1998 Oct Surgery 124(4):651–4; discussion 654–5, Does not meet inclusion criteria. [PubMed: 9780984]
78. Franzen T, Anderberg B, Tibbling GL, Johansson KE. Prospective evaluation of laparoscopic and open 360 degree fundoplication in mild and severe gastro-oesophageal reflux disease. European Journal of Surgery. 2002;168(10):539–45. Does not meet inclusion criteria . [PubMed: 12666693]
79. Gadenstatter M, Wykypiel H, Schwab GP. et al. Respiratory symptoms and dysphagia in patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease: a comparison of medical and surgical therapy. DecLangenbecks Archives of Surgery. 1999;384(6):563–7. Multiple reasons complicated GERD . [PubMed: 10654272]
80. Galvani C;Fisichella PM;Gorodner MV;Perretta S;Patti MG;Symptoms are a poor indicator of reflux status after fundoplication for gastroesophageal reflux disease: role of esophageal functions tests 2003 May Archives of Surgery 138(5):514–8; discussion 518–9, Does not meet inclusion criteria. [PubMed: 12742955]
81. Gibson PGGastro-oesophageal reflux treatment for asthma in adults and children 2005 Cochrane Database Extra-esophageal GERD outcomes.
82. Gill RC, Bowes KL, Murphy PD, Kingma YJ. Esophageal motor abnormalities in gastroesophageal reflux and the effects of fundoplication. Gastroenterology. 1986 Aug;91(2):364–9. Outcome not of interest . [PubMed: 3721123]
83. Glise H;Hallerback B;Johansson B;Quality of Life assessments in the evaluation of gastroesophageal reflux and peptic ulcer disease before, during and after treatment 1995 Scandinavian Journal of Gastroenterology - Supplement Does not meet inclusion criteria. [PubMed: 7777794]
84. Granderath FA, Kamolz T, Schweiger UM, Pointner R. Laparoscopic antireflux surgery for gastroesophageal reflux disease: experience with 668 laparoscopic antireflux procedures. International Journal of Colorectal Disease. 2003 Jan;18(1):73–7. Does not meet inclusion criteria . [PubMed: 12458385]
85. Gundermann KJ;Godehardt E;Ulbrich M;Efficacy of a herbal preparation in patients with functional dyspepsia: a meta-analysis of double-blind, randomized, clinical trials 2003 Advances in Therapy Population: non-ulcer dyspepsia; intervention: not H2-blocker or PPI. [PubMed: 12772817]
86. Hage E, Hendel L, Gustafsen J, Hendel J. Histopathology of the gastric oxyntic mucosa in two different patient groups during long-term treatment with omeprazole. European Journal of Gastroenterology & Hepatology. 2003 Jul;15(7):781–9. All med tx before systematic review . [PubMed: 12811309]
87. Hagedorn C, Jonson C, Lonroth H, Ruth M, Thune A, Lundell L. Efficacy of an anterior as compared with a posterior laparoscopic partial fundoplication: results of a randomized, controlled clinical trial. Annals of Surgery. 2003 Aug;238(2):189–96. Does not meet inclusion criteria . [PMC free article: PMC1422692] [PubMed: 12894011]
88. Hailey D;Endoscope-based treatments for gastroesophageal reflux disease 2004 Mar Issues in Emerging Health Technologies (54):1–4, Poor quality. [PubMed: 15027474]
89. Halabi A, Kirch W. Cardiovascular effects of omeprazole and famotidine. Scandinavian Journal of Gastroenterology. 1992 Sep;27(9):753–6. No Adverse events . [PubMed: 1411281]
90. Hasselgren G, HassanAlin M, Andersson T, ClaarNilsson C, Rohss K. Pharmacokinetic study of esomeprazole in the elderly. Clinical Pharmacokinetics. 2001;40(2):145–50. No Adverse events . [PubMed: 11286324]
91. Henderson RD, Marryatt G. Total fundoplication gastroplasty. Long-term follow-up in 500 patients. Journal of Thoracic & Cardiovascular Surgery. 1983 Jan;85(1):81–7. Does not meet inclusion criteria . [PubMed: 6848890]
92. Hillman AL, Bloom BS, Fendrick AM, Schwartz JS. Cost and quality effects of alternative treatments for persistent gastroesophageal reflux disease. Archives of Internal Medicine. 1992 Jul;152(7):1467–72. Outcome not of interest . [PubMed: 1627026]
93. Hillman LC, Chiragakis L, Shadbolt B, Kaye GL, Clarke AC. Proton-pump inhibitor therapy and the development of dysplasia in patients with Barrett's oesophagus.[see comment] Medical Journal of Australia. 2004 Apr;180(8):387–91. Outcome not of interest . [PubMed: 15089728]
94. Hofstetter WL;Peters JH;DeMeester TR;Hagen JA;DeMeester SR;Crookes PF;Tsai P;Banki F;Bremner CG; Long-term outcome of antireflux surgery in patients with Barrett's esophagus 2001 Oct Annals of Surgery 234(4):532–8; discussion 538–9, Outcome not of interest. [PMC free article: PMC1422076] [PubMed: 11573046]
95. Houston H, Khaitan L, Holzman M, Richards WO. First year experience of patients undergoing the Stretta procedure. Surgical Endoscopy. 2003 Mar;17(3):401–4. Data available in a long-term study (Lutfu 2005) [PubMed: 12436238]
96. Hunter JG;Smith CD;Branum GD;Waring JP;Trus TL;Cornwell M;Galloway K;Laparoscopic fundoplication failures: patterns of failure and response to fundoplication revision 1999 Oct Annals of Surgery 230(4):595–604; discussion 604–6, Does not meet inclusion criteria. [PMC free article: PMC1420908] [PubMed: 10522729]
97. Hunter JG, Swanstrom L, Waring JP. Dysphagia after laparoscopic antireflux surgery. The impact of operative technique.[see comment] Annals of Surgery. 1996 Jul;224(1):51–7. Outcome not of interest . [PMC free article: PMC1235246] [PubMed: 8678618]
98. Incarbone R;Bonavina L;Reitano M;Peracchia A;Esophageal function studies in the management of gastroesophageal reflux disease 1999 International Journal of Surgical Investigation 1(4):351–6, Does not meet inclusion criteria. [PubMed: 12774461]
99. Jaakkimainen RL, Boyle E, Tudiver F. Is Helicobacter pylori associated with non-ulcer dyspepsia and will eradication improve symptoms? A meta-analysis.[see comment] 16 BMJ. 1999 Oct;319(7216):1040–4. Population: non-ulcer dyspepsia . [PMC free article: PMC28257] [PubMed: 10521198]
100. Jobe BA, Wallace J, Hansen PD, Swanstrom LL. Evaluation of laparoscopic Toupet fundoplication as a primary repair for all patients with medically resistant gastroesophageal reflux. Surgical Endoscopy. 1997 Nov;11(11):1080–3. Does not meet inclusion criteria . [PubMed: 9348378]
101. Joelson S;Joelson IB;Lundborg P;Walan A;Wallander MA; Safety experience from long-term treatment with omeprazole.[erratum appears in Digestion 1992;53(3–4):213]1992Digestion 51 Suppl 1:93–101, Data available in meta-analysis. [PubMed: 1397750]
102. Kamolz T, Granderath FA, Pointner R. The outcome of laparoscopic antireflux surgery in relation to patients' subjective degree of compliance with former antireflux medication. Surgical Laparoscopy, Endoscopy & Percutaneous Techniques. 2003 Jun;13(3):155–60. Does not meet inclusion criteria . [PubMed: 12819497]
103. KaplanMachlis B, Spiegler GE, Revicki DA. Health-related quality of life in primary care patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease. Annals of Pharmacotherapy. 1999 Oct;33(10):1032–6. Outcome not of interest . [PubMed: 10534213]
104. Karim SS, Panton ON, Finley RJ, Graham AJ, Dong S, Storseth C, Clifton J. Comparison of total versus partial laparoscopic fundoplication in themanagement of gastroesophageal reflux disease. American Journal of Surgery. 1997 May;173(5):375–8. Does not meet inclusion criteria . [PubMed: 9168069]
105. Katariya K, Harvey JC, Pina E, Beattie EJ. Complications of transhiatal esophagectomy. Journal of Surgical Oncology. 1994 Nov;57(3):157–63. Intervention not of interest . [PubMed: 7967604]
106. Khoursheed MA, AlAsfoor M, AlShamali M, Ayed AK, Gupta R, Dashti HM, Behbehani AI. Effectiveness of laparoscopic fundoplication for gastro-oesophageal reflux. Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England. 2001 Jul;83(4):229–34. Does not meet inclusion criteria . [PMC free article: PMC2503365] [PubMed: 11518368]
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