Short-term Safety of Magnetic Sphincter Augmentation vs Minimally Invasive Fundoplication

This study compared the outcomes of patients undergoing magnetic sphincter augmentation (MSA) or fundoplication for anti-reflux surgery using the ACS-NSQIP registry. A total of 7,882 patients were included, with MSA patients being younger and more often male. Compared to fundoplication, MSA was associated with reduced postoperative complications, fewer readmissions, shorter hospital stays, and shorter operative times. The study supports the use of MSA as a safe alternative for anti-reflux surgery, although further randomized trials are needed.