Gas-Bloat Syndrome affects 13.3% of patients at 1 year post-Magnetic Sphincter Augmentation, resulting in worse GERD-HRQL scores, medication use, and satisfaction. However, it resolves spontaneously in the majority of cases, leading to quality-of-life improvement. Patients with preoperative bloating, high GERD-HRQL scores, or smaller device size are at increased risk.
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