laparoscopic Heller myotomy

ASGE Journal ScanÖsophagus

Pneumatic Dilation Associated With Higher Complication and Readmission Rates in Patients With Achalasia

Pneumatic Dilation Associated With Higher Complication and Readmission Rates in Patients With Achalasia

Data directly comparing treatment options for achalasia are limited, namely peroral endoscopic myotomy (POEM), laparoscopic Heller myotomy (LHM), and endoscopic pneumatic dilation (PD). The current

ASGE Journal ScanÖsophagus

POEM Better Than Pneumatic Dilation in Treating Achalasia Symptoms After Surgical Myotomy

POEM Better Than Pneumatic Dilation in Treating Achalasia Symptoms After Surgical Myotomy

Research into peroral endoscopic myotomy (POEM) as a rescue therapy for patients with persistent or recurrent symptoms after laparoscopic Heller myotomy (LHM) is increasing. Although