Been nearly 5 years with the LINX. I will never quite forget the hell I went through with my 8 years of GERD. But I can report it is certainly now a distant memory. The LINX device works perfectly. I...
Random checkin. Still doing great with LINX - strongly recommend it. Edopter...
Hello gtothep82, No, I did not have LPR - just GERD. Best Edopter...
For those that are reading this particular topic and wondering about how I am doing post Linx install. Getting close to three years now and things are wonderful. Had a scope a year ago - things...
Hey Bbucommander and hoezap, Sorry I took so long to check in on this string. I am 255 days post Linx install. No PPIs. Feel normal. Haven't gone to a doctor for anything since the surgery. My Gastro...
Raj Wouldn't this be automatically considered "elective surgery" under an insurance plan?...
http://health.usnews.com/health-news/news/articles/2012/03/23/new-device-approved-for-lingering-gerd FRIDAY, March 23 (HealthDay News) -- The LINX Reflux Management System has been approved by the...
Thanks Raj - I hope it is approved here soon so you can try it out. Thanks Shooz - I read many (if not all) of your posts about LINX back in 2009 when you were trying it out. It really helped me!...
Hi All Reporting in at 97 days post LINX install. Had one more reflux episode after eating too much and then surfing -(literally surfing on the ocean). Yea I know "what was I thinking?" Well I feel...
Hey Maximus Congratulations on your surgery. Sounds like things are going well for you. I hope the best for your recovery!...
Hi Speedygerd, No restrictions on activities. I am lifting weights, running, biking as before - except I have more energy now. The docs are honest and only can report on the data of how well it has...
Hi Radiator and Grandior, Thanks for the inquiry on how I am doing. It has been 75 days since the surgery. Let's see. I think about 6-8 times since the surgery I have had indigestion with some...
HI PPI-Less Yes, for dysphagia. I guess I still have it a bit. That is why I make sure I chew well. However, it is less and less noticeable. The toughest was in the first few days after surgery, then...
Bill that is an amazing story and I wish you the best in your recovery. So I thought I would report on the status of my Linx install on the day the FDA Advisory panel is having a "Meeting of the...
Hi Cmac, Yes the Linx is still working. I don't know if it can be installed after a nissen. I certainly hope so....
Been about a month since the Linx surgery. Had some rebound as i dropped off the ppis Covered it with twice daily zantac 150 mg. Then drew down to one per day. Off all meds the last three days. Feel...
Hi Maximus808 1. How is the payment made, is it made upfront or a is a bill sent later. - You should talk to Dr Bonavina on how they want this to happen. I paid with a wire transfer 2. Did you have a...
Day 18 Post Linx installation So far pretty good. Moved down my PPIs from 60mg to 40mg to 20mg to Zantac. The last two days I have only taken one Zantac 150mg (ranitidine). So far no problems. It...
Hi Maximus808 I only had the typical reflux symptoms burning in the lower esophagus area. I lost 4-5 pounds. I am on a Chat room now if you want to chat...
Maximus808 I would definitely discuss LINX with your Nissen surgeon and your GI doctor. They may be able to give you good information on if you are a good candidate or not. You could also ask them if...
Hey Maximus808, I scanned and emailed them to him. Your doctor may be able to deliver your records to you as a PDF file so then all you have to do is email them....
You can also ablate the Barrets using http://www.barrx.com/ and get rid of it Edopter...
Maximus808 Discuss this with your local GI doctor. If you need to remove the LINX it is a simple operation; the surgeon cuts the cable and pull it out. Talking to Prof Dr Bonavina he only did this...
Good luck! It will be an adventure. Make sure you plan some sight seeing ! Edopter...
Hi Maximus808 Your questions and answers: 1. Are you satisfied with the procedure? -At the moment I am very happy with the procedure. However, it is early not 2 weeks yet so my opinion should be...
HI Maximus808 I contacted Prof Dr Bonavina in Italy to make sure they are open to US citizens for the LINX install. He replied that he is happy I am posting my account and that he is open to...
Hi Maximus808 I contacted several implantation centers on this list: http://www.toraxmedical.com/linx/implantingCenters.php I ended up selecting the Italy center as they have done the most...
Hi Maximus808 The LINX is not approved in the US. I went to Italy and yes it was quite expensive, I will be paying for this for quite a while. Time will tell if this was worth it or not. My symptoms...
Hi PPI-Less To answer your questions: 1. How will the follow-ups / any emergency situations be handled in your case? Do you also have a local surgeon here who can work with those in Italy to get you...
Yes, born and raised...and suffering from a bit of jet lag at the moment. Came back to CA on Friday afternoon. Basically, medical tourism based on limited availability in the US. The trip was 13 days...
Having been on PPIs with GERD, and reading this forum (Thanks for all the posts!) for over 6 years, I finally decided to move forward with a surgical fix - the PPIs worked somewhat but not...