Journal of pediatric surgery
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This retrospective study reports our experience in laparoscopic approach after failure of antireflux surgery. It evaluates the results and circumstances of failure of the initial procedure to understand indications of refundoplication. ⋯ The failure rate of the antireflux laparoscopic surgery is similar to the conventional surgery. The redo procedure is possible by laparoscopic with a success rate similar to the open redo surgery. The rate and morbidity of complications are acceptable and decrease with experienced surgeons. The indications of redo procedures should be similar to conventional surgery.