Frequently Asked Questions 1. Which doctor should I consult for myotomy? Esophageal myotomy is usually performed by a gastroenterologist. A medical gastroenterologist may perform endoscopic ...

Gastroesophageal reflux disease over time in endoscopic versus surgical myotomy for treatment of achalasia: Systematic review and meta-analysis, Endoscopy International Open, 13, CP, (2025). https ...

Surgical treatment of achalasia has evolved over the last several years. Transthoracic or transabdominal Heller anterior myotomy provide excellent relief of dysphagia. However, it is associated ...

A laparoscopic Heller myotomy is a surgical procedure used to treat achalasia, a condition in which the esophagus doesn't push food and liquid into the stomach effectively and the lower esophageal ...

More information: Kamil Nurczyk et al, Antireflux Surgery for Gastroesophageal Reflux Refractory to Medical Treatment After Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy, Journal of Laparoendoscopic & Advanced ...

Per Oral Endoscopic Myotomy (POEM) is now regarded as a first line treatment for all types of achalasia which is a non-invasive endoscopic procedure with excellent success rates.

For 6 weeks after your surgery, you should avoid any medications that thin your blood, even medications like Aleve (naproxen) or Advil (ibuprofen) to avoid bleeding in your esophagus. It is important ...

WASHINGTON, DC—A transcatheter electrosurgical procedure that mimics surgical myotomy may be an option in some patients to relieve left ventricular outflow tract (LVOT) obstruction in the setting of ...

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