Achalasia is an uncommon disorder that results from the degeneration of ganglion cells of the myenteric plexus in the lower esophageal wall. Peroral endoscopic myotomy (POEM) is a minimally invasive procedure capable of overcoming limitations of achalasia treatments. This study aimed to: 1) identify the prevalence of reflux esophagitis and asymptomatic GERD in patients who underwent POEM, and 2) evaluate patient and intraprocedural variables associated with post-POEM GERD.
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment
100
chalasia patients were recruited from a single center. The pre- and postoperative assessments included Eckardt scores, GerdQ questionnaire, high-resolution esophageal manometry, esophagogastroscopy and pH monitoring.
Maria Sklodowska-Curie Institute - Oncology Center
Warsaw, Poland
RECRUITINGThe prevalence of gastroesophageal reflux after peroral endoscopic myotomy (POEM)
Time frame: 36 Months
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