Presented in 15th World Gastroenterology, IBD & Hepatology Conference from December 17-19, 2025, in Dubai, UAE & Online.
Spekaer Name: Dr. Amir Taheri
Location: Iran
Category: Speaker
Global Journal of Gastroenterology & Hepatology Research [GJGHR]
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Background: Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) remains a common and chronic condition, often requiring long-term pharmacologic management. Endoscopic approaches such as Anti-Reflux Mucosectomy and Ablation (ARMA) using Argon Plasma Coagulation (APC) have emerged as minimally invasive alternatives.
Methods: We performed the ARMA technique on 30 patients diagnosed with GERD, including 28 who underwent standard ARMA and 2 who received an extended version involving additional band ligation. The primary objectives were to evaluate symptom improvement and reduction in the need for anti-reflux medications. Clinical outcomes were assessed using a Visual Analog Scale (VAS) and patient-reported symptom relief. Patients were followed for a mean period of approximately three months.
Results: Complete clinical response—with minimal need for medication—was observed in approximately 20% of patients. A partial response with improved symptom control, reduced medication dosage, and improved quality of life, especially nocturnal reflux relief, was noted in 53.3% of cases. The remaining 26.6% of patients reported no significant symptomatic improvement. The procedure was generally safe and well-tolerated. No major complications such as bleeding or dysphagia were reported. Five patients experienced transient retrosternal discomfort radiating to the back for 24–48 hours post-procedure. The addition of band ligation increased procedure time and cost but did not result in enhanced clinical outcomes compared to the standard ARMA. Notably, male patients showed a slightly better clinical response than females.
Conclusion: ARMA appears to be a safe and effective endoscopic technique for managing GERD in selected patients, offering meaningful symptom relief and medication reduction in a majority of cases. Further prospective studies with longer follow-up are warranted.
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Crohn’s and Colitis Journals | Gastroenterology & Hepatology Journals | Gastroenterology Journals | Research Gastroenterology and Hepatology Journals | Clinical and Experimental Gastroenterology Journals | Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Journals | Therapeutic Advances in Gastroenterology Journals | Colorectal Disease: clinical and molecular gastroenterology and surgery Journals | Inflammatory Bowel Diseases Journals | Expert Review of Gastroenterology & Hepatology Journals | Clinical Colorectal Journals | Cancer Gut Journals | Endoscopy Journals | Hepatitis B Annual Journals | Hepato-biliary-Pancreatic Sciences Journals | Medical Bulletin Journals
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