Esophageal Achalasia: Evaluation and Treatment of Recurrent Symptoms
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DOI: 10.1007/s00268-022-06466-4
Abstract: Esophageal achalasia is a primary esophageal motility disorder of unknown origin. Treatment is palliative and its goal is to decrease the resistance posed by a non-relaxing and often hypertensive lower esophageal sphincter. This goal can… read more here.
Keywords: evaluation treatment; treatment; achalasia evaluation; treatment recurrent ... See more keywords
The Evolution of the Treatment of Esophageal Achalasia: From the Open to the Minimally Invasive Approach
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DOI: 10.1007/s00268-022-06482-4
Abstract: Achalasia is a primary esophageal motility disorder characterized by lack of esophageal peristalsis and partial or absent relaxation of the lower esophageal sphincter in response to swallowing. This study aimed to provide an overview of… read more here.
Keywords: treatment esophageal; treatment; approach; minimally invasive ... See more keywords
Poem Versus Laparoscopic Heller Myotomy in the Treatment of Esophageal Achalasia: A Case-Control Study from Two High Volume Centers Using the Propensity Score
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DOI: 10.1007/s11605-019-04465-w
Abstract: Background POEM has recently had a widespread diffusion, aiming at being the treatment of choice for esophageal achalasia. The results of ongoing RCTs against laparoscopic myotomy are not available, yet. We, therefore, designed this propensity… read more here.
Keywords: treatment; myotomy; poem; study ... See more keywords
Laparoscopic Heller Myotomy and Dor Fundoplication for the Treatment of Esophageal Achalasia After Sleeve Gastrectomy—a Video Vignette
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DOI: 10.1007/s11695-020-05114-x
Abstract: Purpose Esophageal dysmotility and disorders of the lower esophageal sphincter are well documented in morbidly obese patients. Esophageal achalasia has been reported in up to 1% of obese patients but the development of such esophageal… read more here.
Keywords: dor fundoplication; laparoscopic heller; esophageal achalasia; heller myotomy ... See more keywords
A case of esophageal achalasia presenting with empyema and septic shock differentiated from esophageal rupture
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DOI: 10.1007/s12328-021-01349-y
Abstract: The patient was a 44-year-old man with a history of schizophrenia. He had a history of esophageal dysphagia and vomiting and presented with sudden strong epigastric pain. He was taken to a medical emergency center… read more here.
Keywords: septic shock; esophageal rupture; esophageal achalasia;
PS01.032: OUTCOMES OF MINIMALLY INVASIVE MYOTOMY FOR THE TREATMENT OF ESOPHAGEAL ACHALASIA
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DOI: 10.1093/dote/doy089.ps01.032
Abstract: Laparoscopic Heller myotomy and fundoplication is considered today the treatment of choice for achalasia. The primary objective of this study was to review our experience in minimally invasive myotomy as primary therapy for the treatment… read more here.
Keywords: minimally invasive; treatment; myotomy; esophageal achalasia ... See more keywords
Outcomes of Heller Myotomy for ESOPHAGEAL Achalasia: Lessons from a 48-YEAR PROSPECTIVE Experience with four Different Techniques.
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DOI: 10.1097/sla.0000000000005677
Abstract: Objective: To provide information on long-term outcomes of Heller myotomy for esophageal achalasia with or without an antireflux fundoplication. Background: Since the adoption of the Heller myotomy, surgeons have modified the original technique in order… read more here.
Keywords: esophageal achalasia; heller myotomy; outcomes heller; myotomy esophageal ... See more keywords
Successful peroral endoscopic myotomy performed in Endoscopy Department as a radical, long-term treatment for esophageal achalasia – the Greek experience
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DOI: 10.2147/tcrm.s127111
Abstract: Introduction Peroral endoscopic myotomy (POEM) has been considered as a minimal-invasive, innovative technique for long-term treatment of all types of esophageal achalasia and other esophageal motility disorders. Patients and methods We report on 20 consecutive… read more here.
Keywords: term; long term; term treatment; esophageal achalasia ... See more keywords
Efficacy and Safety of Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy for Esophageal Achalasia and Achalasia-Related Diseases in Patients Aged 75 Years and Over
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DOI: 10.3390/healthcare9121668
Abstract: Peroral endoscopic myotomy (POEM) has become a popular treatment for esophageal achalasia and other esophageal motility disorders. However, its efficacy and safety in elderly patients are unclear. To clarify that, we reviewed the medical records… read more here.
Keywords: peroral endoscopic; endoscopic myotomy; efficacy safety; achalasia ... See more keywords