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Medigus | MUSE System
The MUSE System is designed to be a more attractive treatment option than surgery or
lifelong medications for those suffering from GERD. The system uses a disposable endo-
scope equipped with a micro-camera, surgical endostapler and ultrasound sensor to
change the shape of a patient's stomach to block acid from coming up through the esoph-
agus.
This system is a good choice for patients who want a longer-lasting treatment option
without going under the knife. It results in less trauma and better cosmetic outcomes
because it is incisionless.
Only a single user is needed to operate it. After you place the patient under general
anesthesia, you insert the endoscope down to the stomach. The endostapler can then
"pinch" the stomach at the distal section to perform an anterior partial fundoplication,
helping to prevent acid reflux.
While MUSE features some impressive innovations, there is other big news surround-
ing this and similar systems. A Category 1 CPT code (432XX1 describes esophagogastric
fundoplasty trans-orifice procedures) has been created for this type of endoscopic treat-
ment for GERD so you can bill payors.
z GERD RELIEF Instead of surgery, the
MUSE system treats GERD endoscopically.
