Preferred Label : Nissen fundoplication;
Definition : Mobilization of the lower end of the esophagus and plication of the fundus of the
stomach around it (fundic wrapping) in the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux that
may be associated with various disorders, such as hiatal hernia. (From Dorland, 28th
ed) [MeSH];
UMLS CUI (RADLEX) : C0192499;
Origin ID : RID1635;
Currated CISMeF NLP mapping
Mobilization of the lower end of the esophagus and plication of the fundus of the
stomach around it (fundic wrapping) in the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux that
may be associated with various disorders, such as hiatal hernia. (From Dorland, 28th
ed) [MeSH]
