| For Transillumination of the Esophagus: |
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Nissen Fundoplication |
To identify esophagus and calibrate the fundal wrap |
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Other Anti-reflux Procedures |
To identify esophagus and calibrate the fundal wrap |
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Esophageal Resection |
To visualize esophagus for resection |
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Heller Myotomy |
To visualize esophagus and prevent organ injury |
| For Transillumination of the Junction of the Esophagus & Stomach: |
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Gastric Bypass |
To identify organs and verify size of the opening to the stomach |
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Vertical Banded Gastroplasty |
To identify organs and verify size of the opening to the stomach |
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Placement of Anti-reflux Prosthesis |
To identify the opening to the stomach for placement and calibration of prosthesis |
| For Transillumination of the Rectum: |
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Colon Reconstruction |
To identify rectum for reunification to colon |
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Hysterectomy |
To identify rectum and bladder to prevent organ injury |
| For Transillumination of the Lungs: |
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Lung Volume Reduction Surgery |
To identify blebs for removal |
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