Over 56% of patients with persistent gas-bloat symptoms after antireflux surgery were SIBO-positive, experiencing significantly worse symptoms. After antibiotic treatment, severe bloating dropped from 77.5% to 23.1%, with substantial improvements in gas-bloat scores and patient satisfaction. SIBO testing emerged as a critical tool for diagnosing and managing post-surgical bloating, guiding targeted therapies that markedly enhance outcomes in these patients.
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