Magnetic Beads Treat Acid Reflux

Tuesday, 29 April 2014 | by Pat's Picks

A new medical device is being called a game-changer for those suffering from acid reflux. Surgeons are implanting the LINX device - a small ring with magnetic beads -where the esophagus and stomach meet. The magnets pull the valve closed after food passes, keeping stomach acids from returning to the esophagus. The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel says so far, about 2000 of the devices have been implanted.

SOURCE: Milwaukee Journal Sentinel