This observational study is looking at how well hiatal closure surgery works for people with early Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). GERD is a condition where stomach acid flows back into the esophagus, causing symptoms like heartburn. Researchers believe that closing the hiatal defect (a small opening in the diaphragm) can be an effective treatment. They will measure the concentration of acid in the esophagus using pH testing at 1 and 2 years after surgery to see how successful the treatment is. You might be able to join if you are between 18 and 50 years old, have a specific hiatal defect size, and meet certain pH testing requirements, making you a candidate for hiatal closure surgery. The study aims to enroll 40 participants, but its current recruitment status is unclear.

Study design

This is an observational study with a planned enrollment of 40 participants.

What's involved

Not specified in the trial record.

Compensation

Not stated in the trial record.

Follow-up

Participants will be followed for 2 years, with pH testing measured at 1 and 2 years.

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