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Tuesday, December 30, 2008
Little Dipper Pizza Fondue Recipe
Day 365, take two.
I was annoyed with the white bean soup with fennel and spinach I made for dinner, but had all the stuff in the house to make a pizza fondue.
So I did.
I used the Little Dipper because I puffy heart LOVE it, but you could use an oven-safe dish inside a regular crockpot to create a smaller cooking vessel. Or you could increase the quantities.
The Ingredients.
--1 cup pasta sauce (my sauce had chunked mushrooms, it was perfect)
--1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
--10 pieces pepperoni, diced
--1 cup shredded cheese (I used a combo of mozzarella, cheddar, and swiss)
The Directions.
Count out 10 pieces of pepperoni. Then eat the rest of the package.
Put the pasta sauce into your Little Dipper, and plug it in. Add the Italian seasoning and diced pepperoni. Shove in the cup of shredded cheese. I promise it will fit. Cover and leave plugged in (there are no heat settings on a Little Dipper) for 45 min or so.
Stir well and serve with tortilla chips, bread sticks, or crustini.
I made some crustini with the Food for Life brown rice bread. I cut the pieces in slices, then brushed olive oil on each side. Sprinkle with kosher salt and pepper. Bake at 400 degrees for about 15 min, flipping once half-way through.
The Verdict.
This was great. We spread out a blanket in front of the TV and had a carpet picnic with the pizza fondue and watched Redbox dvds. How come I didn't know about redbox earlier?
good stuff.
Having a fondue party?
you really should.
fancy cheese fondue
chocolate fondue
peanut butter fondue
marshmallow fluff fondue
pumpkin pie dip
cream cheese, sausage, and Rotel dip (AKA mommy crack)
69 comments:
- Jena said...
I didn't find you until a friend told me about you in August (but I have looked at your archives). Since I found your web site, I look forward every day to logging in to see what you made and your honest verdict. I know that this was a new year's resolution for 2008, but I hope you continue it in 2009. Your's is my favorite site.
- December 30, 2008 at 9:04 AM
You're my hero! Pizza fondue - fantastic idea!
- December 30, 2008 at 9:19 AM
You so rock!
We'll definitely be trying this one. Thank you so much for creating this. I too have unnatural obession with my crockpot. And thank you for being a GF cooker. My sis has celiac's disease so this website has given her hope on eating normally again.
- December 30, 2008 at 9:28 AM
- Kellie said...
Oh, I think you just decided what we are having for dinner ;) Yum, Thanks!
- December 30, 2008 at 9:28 AM
- neca said...
Just wanted to let you know how much I've enjoyed this blog - I plan to come back to it repeatedly for crock pot ideas!
- December 30, 2008 at 9:36 AM
- Jodi said...
This looks like a great fondue! I don't have a Little Dipper, but have something similar so I might just have to pull that out of the cupboard soon to make this recipe! Thanks!
- December 30, 2008 at 9:55 AM
- Erica said...
thank yoU!!! it's weird...I just pullud out my mini pot & was going to make chicken dip (crm of chicken soup, cream cheese, can chicken & jalapenos) but was out of chicken & soup....so i put it away...now it's back out & got this in it!
- December 30, 2008 at 10:02 AM
- Alycia said...
Looks yummy! And I have a pizza lover. I really hope you continue to post recipes, even after your challenge is over.
- December 30, 2008 at 10:05 AM
- Laura said...
Unfortunately, I just found out about your blog last week. Fortunately, I have a year's worth of archived recipes to go through. I am a new crockpotter and haven't had much luck so far but am looking forward to trying many of your recipes!
- December 30, 2008 at 10:06 AM
- Jordon said...
Yumm! This looks good! I was excited to find a take 2 on today!
- December 30, 2008 at 10:10 AM
- Amy said...
I LOVE fondue! And my 2 year old loves pizza, so this will be perfect for our annual family New Year's Eve Fondue Party! (We stay in and do fondue). Thank you SOOO much for all of your recipes! We especially love the Pasta Fagioli at our house (it gets made almost every week!)
- December 30, 2008 at 10:18 AM
Coming out of lurking to let you know I've been following your blog all year and I'll miss checking each morning for a new recipe.
I'm really expecting tomorrow's recipe to be a winner. :-)
- December 30, 2008 at 10:21 AM
- Shannon said...
Well, that sounds so much better than the soup it is not even funny! I think I might bring this instead of the chili cheese dip I was planning on for New Year's eve. Thanks so much for your work on this blog this year. It has been a blessing. I had a 6.5qt oval and what I thought was a little dipper. I asked for a 6.5qt smartpot combo that came with a little dipper for Christmas. When I got it I realized that my 'lil dipper' was actually a 1 quart! I always wondered why mine held more than yours! Imagine my surprise when I noticed that it says 1 quart 'crockette' right on the front of it. I've only had it for several years. Shows you how observant I am! But, thanks to you and your blog I now use my crockpots a couple times a week instead of a couple times a month. I also got myself a 4 quart slow cooker for about $9 after sales and rebates so I have increased my crockpot count from 2 up to 5 in the past month! There is no stopping me now!!
- December 30, 2008 at 10:23 AM
- Joanna said...
this is so funny. i am going to a fondue party tonight actually. it starts at 6, but i work til 10. i hope it's not all gone by the time i get there. i'll be so upset!!
this looks awesome. it's like pizza soup.
- December 30, 2008 at 10:24 AM
- Jessica said...
I can't wait to try this one!
- December 30, 2008 at 10:44 AM
- mormonhermitmom said...
Wow. I'll have to have more than one crockpot to do all the stuff you've posted this year. Happy New Year!
- December 30, 2008 at 10:47 AM
- T said...
I'm going to miss your daily updates and daily recipes. I could cry. I know you're going to keep blogging, but boo-hoo anyway.
The good news is I finally got my six quart smart pot last night. Yeah me!!! I won't throw my old one out, but it'll be collecting dust most days.
Cheers to you!
- December 30, 2008 at 10:49 AM
- The Rudzek Family said...
I just found your site through a friend this month and have been frantically sorting through each day and printing out recipes. Everything I have made has been a huge hit. I am sure this has been a LOT of work but I really hope you keep doing this in 2009 it has been an incredible site which I check each day! THANKS!!!
- December 30, 2008 at 11:11 AM
Congratulations on your accomplishment and thank you, and my family thanks you for such a wonderful blog and a bit more time away from the kitchen!
- December 30, 2008 at 11:24 AM
- Erin said...
Wow, I really hope you keep blogging recipes in 2009. Even if they're not crockpot recipes, I'd be happy. Your recipes are usually so easy to do, and a great break from my normal routine. Since I'm not gluten-free, I tend to rely on a lot of the same old stuff (pasta... and more pasta), and your recipes always break me out of that rut.
Will try this recipe out on my boyfriend, he loves pizza. I may have to skip the peperoni though.
- December 30, 2008 at 11:42 AM
- Kelley with Amy's Angels said...
Love this!
I'm bummed that there is only ONE DAY LEFT?!?! But I am happy you get a break. : )
- December 30, 2008 at 12:37 PM
- mom2nji said...
I could cry! I cant believe tommorow is it! I am going to miss reading everyday. But I will be going through the archives. I have applesauce chicken in my pot right now. Congrats on making it the whole year! I used to think my crockpot was only good for chili!
- December 30, 2008 at 12:46 PM
- Melissa said...
I love your blogs! I laugh out loud sometimes, even. I initially panicked when I saw Day 365, so I am glad that you are doing another one tomorrow. I have used so many of your recipes, and I have loved them all! Thanks so much!
- December 30, 2008 at 1:16 PM
- Catastrophe Waitress said...
Ok, YUM this sounds SOOO good! I really need a little dipper, or maybe I could just make 6.5 quarts in my regular crockpot!!! LOL, maybe not...
I must make this bread you used also. I've never heard of it before, but I'm getting a tour of Whole Foods from the marketing director next week to show me all of the gluten-free foods they carry. I will be keeping an eye out for this bread mix.
Also, I LOVE those Hormel turkey pepperoni pillow packs. They are so yummy and you can eat like 17 slices for 80 calories. HEAVEN!!!
Thanks for this recipe, I will be sure to try it.
Oh, and I puffy heart YOU for all of your creative and wonderful recipes and your fabulous sense of humor. <3
- December 30, 2008 at 1:17 PM
I cannot believe it is day 365 and I JUST FOUND YOU! Wah! I love my crockpots (yes, I have 3) but I don't have a Little Dipper and my kids would LOVE this pizza dipping idea. I need to get to Target NOW. You're bookmarked and I'm going to love reading your history!
- December 30, 2008 at 2:12 PM
- Katie: Evolving said...
This looks so yummy!
Question: if I use a small dish to put inside a larger crockpot, would I surround it with water, or nothing at all?
Thanks again! This has been the best, most useful find in all my Internet playing!
- December 30, 2008 at 2:40 PM
- Stephanie said...
Ok I am an airhead. What is Redbox DVD's? love the recipe, Happy New Year!
- December 30, 2008 at 3:00 PM
- Heather said...
Wow, that looks tasty! I have a huge pizza lover living amongst us.
Some day, some day.
I've enjoyed your blog this year. I hope you continue it.
- December 30, 2008 at 3:23 PM
I just found your site this week after getting my first crock pot for Christmas.
Your pizza fondue and cranberry orange dip made me run out for a Little Dipper!
I had this for dinner tonight and it was soooo yummy. I'm making the cranberry orange for new years!
- December 30, 2008 at 3:26 PM
- Crockpot Lady said...
Stephanie, NOT an airhead (especially not with your name! ;-0 ) I walked by the redbox machine for YEARS without noticing it. Largeish grocery stores have them, and they dispense dvds for $0.99. google redbox, then plug in your zipcode to find one near you.
Katie, NO. no water. Put the dish in, then the ingredients in the dish. The dish and the crockpot need to heat up together.
- December 30, 2008 at 3:45 PM
- Katie: Evolving said...
Thank you.
What are your plans now? You have so many dedicated readers and testers.
Many of us are brand new! (as I sit here making my shopping list based only on recipes I am finding on your site.)
- December 30, 2008 at 3:50 PM
- Jenny said...
Yay! You made it!
let's have some MommyCrack together soon.
- December 30, 2008 at 4:07 PM
Oh my God this was amazing! I was trying to find a recipe for fish in your archives, but when I saw this I had to make it. I ran out and bought a Little Dipper and some pepperoni. My husband and I ate it with garlic breadsticks and I now have a giant food baby.
- December 30, 2008 at 4:12 PM
- Gail Heaton said...
I too am a newcomer to your blog. What a great idea this was. What are your going to do for 2009?
- December 30, 2008 at 4:48 PM
- Linda said...
This sounds great! I have a Little Dipper, but I will probably have to increase the quantity for my family. Thanks for the recipe.
- December 30, 2008 at 4:48 PM
- aladyinred said...
What happens in 09? I've become accustomed to the daily crock pot recipe.
I'll be crushed if you are no more
- December 30, 2008 at 6:40 PM
- Suze said...
OMG, I love pizza fondue!!! :-)
You have been very coy about your plans for 2009, at least I haven't seen anything and I see the questions just about daily from folks sad the year is about over.
I hope you continue, although I would certainly understand if you called it a day. Or a week. LOL!
Here's another vote for you to keep on blogging! XOXO Suze
- December 30, 2008 at 6:57 PM
Dear Stephanie,
I just had to write to you to say thank you so much for your wonderful website. I've been in Crockpotty heaven since I subscribed to your daily recipes 2½ months ago.
You're enthusiasm has inspired me to start using my own crockpot, which has sadly been relocated to the back of the bottom shelf of my cupboard for far too long.
I guess it comes as no surprise that your daily recipes, should reach those of us at the bottom of the world, here in New Zealand, which leads me to wonder how many people in other countries around the world that have been CrockPotted by you! I am absolutely staggered that you have 3,500,000 bloggers to your site and that appears to be only the ones from the USA!
I've been especially interested in your 'little dipper' as we do not have them here in New Zealand. However, just recently, I purchased on our online auction site [similar to ebay], a small crockpot which is just perfect for cooking for one! I've not seen these anywhere and think that it may have come from overseas. It holds about 3 - 4 cups and I love it!
I have bookmarked your website and have and will do in the future, refer to it regularly.
You have to be the only person I know and I suspect, the only person in the World!!, who has ever completed their New Year's Resolution and for that you deserve a Gold Medal of Olympic proportions!!
I wish you and your family lots of rich blessings for 2009 and hope that you will share with us your New Year's Resolution for 2009! I can't wait... :-)
Take Care & Happy CrockPotting!
[from the South Island of New Zealand]
P.s. Just to let you know, that our 2009 kicks off 16 hours ahead of you guys ..... that gives us a pretty good head start don't you think! :-)
- December 30, 2008 at 7:26 PM
- Marni said...
I know you have posted that you will not continue the crockpot blog, but do you have another blog that I can follow? I enjoy your writing very much and want to keep up with you.
PS-everything I've made from your blog has been winners in our home!
- December 30, 2008 at 7:33 PM
- Crockpot Lady said...
Wow, thank you so much, Paddy!
Marni, the blog will live on, I promise.
- December 30, 2008 at 7:47 PM
I just went to Target to buy a little dipper, just to make this. I had to buy a new Crockpot to get one, but it was on sale!
Love your website!
- December 30, 2008 at 8:01 PM
- Amie said...
just learned about redbox myself. The pizza schtuff sounds fab. Good luck on your last day!
- December 30, 2008 at 8:44 PM
Stephanie. I am so going to miss your wit and your recipes! You have me literally LOL everyday. It has become my therapy. Thanks so much for this blog as it really made 2008 most enjoyable!
- December 30, 2008 at 8:44 PM
- Julie said...
Just wanted to give you a pat on the back for making it to day 365! (I didn't realize until this week that it was leap year this year either! I guess that gives us both an extra day!)
Looking forward to sifting through your old blog posts.. and seeing if you're still posting in 2009! Happy new year!
- December 30, 2008 at 8:56 PM
- Michelle said...
YUM!!!! YUM!!! And As luck would have it Steph I recived the little dipper for my birthday from Mum and Dad So will be trying this thanks for the year of meals and memories i.e. Rachel Ray, And For linking my recipe ( I should've been charging for each and every link over haha) I Hope that 2009 is a great year as well for you and yours.
- December 30, 2008 at 9:18 PM
My friend is getting a little dipper for me off of freecycle.com - obviously people who have missed your fantastic blog! And now I can make pizza fondue - I will miss you and your recipes!! You are one fun gal!
- December 30, 2008 at 9:25 PM
- kathy said...
Thanks for this - perfect timing! I'm heading out tomorrow to buy the fondue supplies and I think I'll add this as the boys would enjoy it. I have posted our favorite chocolate fondue recipe on my blog if you're interested.
Happy Holidays!
- December 30, 2008 at 9:31 PM
- Maria D. said...
Yeah, Redbox is pretty much the best thing ever!
On Christmas Eve, I wanted the house to smell all Christmasy, so I pulled out the Little Dipper, threw in some orange peels, cinnamon sticks, and various spices, and let the good times roll. The house smelled fantastic!
Do you have any good scent ideas for the crockpot?
- December 30, 2008 at 9:39 PM
Your blog is excellent; I wish I had found it sooner! Our family loves Mexican too, and I plan to try lots of your recipes in the New Year!
I'm glad you like this pizza fondue recipe; I have a similar, even easier one: 2 cans pizza sauce, 1 small box Velveeta cheese. Melt and dip with foccacia bread. I like this recipe because it doesn't use sandwich meat which contain nitrates...
- December 30, 2008 at 10:22 PM
- Gallo Pinto2 said...
What is this "crustini" you mention? It looks really good but I have no idea how you make it!
Oh and I've loved your blog ever since a friend introduced me and since then I've been introducing my friends! I'm so glad you'll leave it online because I search it all the time for fun new recipes!
- December 31, 2008 at 12:52 AM
- Julie said...
You are my 2 year old son's hero! We had it for dinner last night and he ate about half of it!
Thanks for all of your great recipes this year. You made me love my crock pot again. I also appreciated the fact that you "kid tested" most of them.
- January 1, 2009 at 6:16 AM
- Mary Ann said...
We love this! I've made it several times this year and ironically we had it last night for New Year's Eve!
I love your site! Thanks for all your hard work.
- January 1, 2009 at 6:48 AM
- Amber said...
Yum! That sounds like a great pizza treat.
I LOVE my little dipper too! It is awesome for melting chocolate and obviously perfect for keeping party dips warm. I've been raving about it to all my friends since we've been in entertaining mode over the holiday season and I've had many opportunities to pull it out. To say nothing of the hundred buckeyes I used it to dip in chocolate. ;) I love that it melts the chocolate perfect. You don't have to worry about steam burn on your arm from a double broiler or scalding the chocolate in the microwave and having to keep reheating it over and over as it gets too firm for dipping. Ahhh, I could never go back!
- January 3, 2009 at 10:07 PM
- EAT! said...
The Kids are going to love me even more when I make Pizza Fondue for them. I just need to pick up a Little Dipper.
- January 6, 2009 at 7:49 AM
- Dyar Baby Momma said...
We make something similar in the oven - layer of cream cheese, layer of pizza sauce, layer of chopped pepperoni and layer of mozerella - its always a huge hit. Love that there is a fondue equivalent... thanks!
- January 8, 2009 at 10:34 AM
- mel said...
Hi! I love your blog. I found this just in time. I got a fondue pot for Christmas and wanted some recipes. The chocolate one sounds yummy and I plan to make it for my hubby and me to enjoy of Vday. THANKS!!!!!
- January 27, 2009 at 6:05 AM
I made this for my Bunko ladies last night...I left the kitchen for a few minutes, and when I came back, they were scraping the pot clean! I couldn't believe it!! It was delicious...I am glad I had one little cracker with the dip! I had put out roasted garlic melba toast to use as dippers...but I think some of my friends might have used their fingers!
- March 27, 2009 at 9:03 AM
- Carla said...
Wheat Thins has a Parmesan Basil flavor that is delicious with this pizza dip! Thanks for sharing, the Little Dipper is so fun.
- April 13, 2009 at 10:07 AM
- Jackie said...
I have yet to use my little dipper, as I didn't know what to use it for! Thanks for this fun and easy tip. =)
- April 22, 2009 at 8:14 AM
- Deborah said...
Holy Moly, this looks like something even my 3y/o would LOVE.
New to your site, but finding TONS of wonderful recipes. Thanks!!
- October 28, 2009 at 9:17 AM
I just found your blog and LUV IT.. I will follow the directions on this one to the "T" for the pepperoni FOR SURE Thank you thank you for your great blog ******jaci from missouri*********
- November 21, 2009 at 12:59 PM
- Kurdistan said...
good idea cant wait to try it
- January 20, 2010 at 6:37 PM
- Michelle said...
This is awesome. Pizza is the hardest thing for a kid to give up on a gluten-free diet... esp when everyone else around her can eat it. This is something we can all enjoy and not feel like we are missing out on pizza!! Thank you!
- January 26, 2010 at 6:35 AM
- Elle_Cooks said...
Tripled this in my 2-quart slow cooker. It fit perfectly. I used 2 cups mozzarella and just under 1 cup freshly grated parmesan. It was a big hit at our Christmas party.
- December 13, 2010 at 7:47 AM
- amandahart said...
OMg! I need to buy a Little Dipper this weekend. My son is the pickiest eater ever! (he took my crown, but he loves loves loves pizza. He won't eat aything that is red (except pizza)so maybe I can get him to try this, love it and then try some soup or spaghetti sauce. I just love your blog. I read it serveral times a day and have already made several of your recipes. My husband LOVED the Chinese Lemon Chicken and tomorrow I can't wait to try the cabbage rolls. I am practically drooling in anticipation...lol.
- January 26, 2011 at 12:28 AM
- GingerBread said...
I've made this recipe before and my suitemates LOVED it, I used smart deli brand pepperoni. But I was wondering if I can use italian sausage in replacement of the pepperoni, would you recommend that? It's the smart deli brand so it doesn't have to cook as long as real sausage. Thanks in advance!
- March 3, 2011 at 9:08 AM
- Crafts by CJ said...
Love the directions, count out 10 pepperoni, eat rest of package. Yep, that's pretty much how I do it! Haha love this! I host a recipe swap every month and this months theme is crock pots. I finally found something I want to use. Thanks for sharing!!!
- June 26, 2012 at 3:01 PM
- Crafts by CJ said...
Oh and by the way, REDBOX has promo codes all the time. Anytime we are going to rent I Google it and find one. Rarely to we pay for our movie:)
- June 26, 2012 at 3:05 PM
- Rachel Page said...
I'm already planning on all the fun dips I'm going to indulge in on Sunday.
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Anti-reflux surgery
Anti-reflux surgery is a treatment for acid reflux or GERD, a problem in which food or stomach acid come back up from your stomach into the esophagus. The esophagus is the tube from your mouth to the stomach.
Reflux often occurs if the muscles where the esophagus meets the stomach do not close tightly enough. A hiatal hernia can make GERD symptoms worse. It occurs when the stomach bulges through this opening into your chest
Symptoms of reflux or heartburn are burning in the stomach that you may also feel in your throat or chest, burping or gas bubbles, or trouble swallowing food or fluids
Alternative Names
Fundoplication; Nissen fundoplication; Belsey (Mark IV) fundoplication; Toupet fundoplication; Thal fundoplication; Hiatal hernia repair; Endoluminal fundoplication
The most common procedure of this type is called fundoplication. In this surgery, your surgeon will:
- First repair the hiatal hernia, if present. This involves tightening the opening in your diaphragm with stitches to keep your stomach from bulging upward through the opening in the muscle wall. Some surgeons place a piece of mesh in the repaired area to make it more secure.
- Wrap the upper part of your stomach around the end of your esophagus with stitches. The stitches create pressure at the end of your esophagus that helps prevent stomach acid and food from flowing up into the esophagus.
Surgery is done while you are under general anesthesia so you are asleep and pain-free. Surgery usually takes 2 to 3 hours. Your surgeon may choose from different techniques.
Open repair
- Your surgeon will make 1 large surgical cut in your belly.
- A tube may be inserted you're your stomach through the abdomen to keep the stomach wall in place. This tube will be taken out in about a week.
Laparoscopic repair
- Your surgeon will make 3 to 5 small cuts in your belly. A thin tube with a tiny camera on the end is inserted through one of these cuts.
- Other surgical tools are inserted through the other cuts. he laparoscope is connected to a video monitor in the operating room.
- Your surgeon does the repair while viewing the inside of your belly on the monitor.
- The surgeon may need to switch to an open procedure in the case of problems.
Endoluminal fundoplication
- This is a new procedure that can be done without making cuts. A special camera on a flexible tool (endoscope) is passed down through your mouth and into your esophagus.
- Using this tool, the doctor will put small clips in place at the point the esophagus meets the stomach. These clips help prevent food or stomach acid from backing up.
Why the Procedure Is Performed
Before surgery is considered, your doctor will have you try:
- Medicines such as H2 blockers or PPI's
- Lifestyle changes
Your doctor may suggest surgery to treat your heartburn or reflux symptoms when:
- Your symptoms do not get much better when you use medicines.
- You do not want to keep taking these medicines.
- You have more severe problems in your esophagus, such as scarring or narrowing, ulcers, and bleeding.
- You have reflux disease that is causing aspiration pneumonia, a chronic cough, or hoarseness.
Anti-reflux surgery is also used to treat a problem where part of your stomach is getting stuck in your chest or is twisted. This is called a para-esophageal hernia.
Risks of any anesthesia are:
- Breathing problems, including pneumonia
- Heart problems
- Reactions to medicines
Risks of this surgery are:
- Breathing complications, such as a collapsed lung. This is rare.
- Damage to the stomach, esophagus, liver, or small intestine. This is very rare.
- Gas bloat. This is when the stomach overfills with air or food and you are unable to relieve the pressure by burping or vomiting. These symptoms slowly get better for most people.
- Pain and difficulty when you swallow. This is called dysphagia. In most people, this goes away during the first 3 months after surgery.
- Return of the hiatal hernia or reflux.
Before the Procedure
You may need the following tests:
- Blood tests (complete blood count, electrolytes, or liver tests)
- Esophageal manometry (to measure pressures in the esophagus) or pH monitoring (to see how much stomach acid is coming back into your esophagus)
- Upper endoscopy. Almost all people who have this anti-reflux surgery have already had this test. If you have not had this test, you will need to do it.
- X-rays of the esophagus
Always tell your doctor or nurse if:
- You could be pregnant
- You are taking any drugs, and even supplements, or herbs you bought without a prescription
Before your surgery:
- You need to stop taking aspirin, ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), vitamin E, clopidogrel (Plavix), warfarin (Coumadin), and any other drugs or supplements that affect blood clotting several days to a week before surgery.
- Ask your doctor which drugs you should still take on the day of your surgery.
On the day of your surgery:
- Do not eat or drink anything after midnight the night before your surgery.
- Take the drugs your doctor told you to take with a small sip of water.
- Shower the night before or the morning of your surgery.
Your doctor or nurse will tell you when to arrive at the hospital.
After the Procedure
Most people who have laparoscopic surgery can leave the hospital within 1 to 3 days after the procedure. You may need a hospital stay of 2 to 6 days if you have open surgery. Most patients go back to work 2 to 3 weeks.
Outlook (Prognosis)
Anti-reflux surgery is a safe operation. Heartburn and other symptoms should improve after surgery. Some people still need to take drugs for heartburn after surgery.
You may need another surgery in the future if you develop new reflux symptoms or swallowing problems. This may happen if the stomach was wrapped around the esophagus too tightly, the wrap loosens, or a new hiatal hernia develops.
Petersen RP, Pellegrini CA, Oelschlager BK. Hiatal hernia and gastroesophageal reflux disease. In: Townsend CM Jr, Beauchamp RD, Evers BM, Mattox KL, eds. Sabiston Textbook of Surgery. 19th ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Saunders Elsevier; 2012:chap 42.
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