[Surgical treatment of achalasia]

Rev Gastroenterol Mex. 1992 Jan-Mar;57(1):32-6.
[Article in Spanish]

Abstract

Primary achalasia is a motor dysfunction of the esophagus with unknown aetiology. We present our results obtained in 39 patients treated by Heller's Cardiomyotomy. The procedure was successful in 92.3% of the cases and when it is performed in conjunction with an antirreflux technique, it offers excellent results with a very low frequency of gastroesophageal reflux symptoms and complications.

Publication types

  • English Abstract
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Aged
  • Cardia / surgery
  • Esophageal Achalasia / etiology
  • Esophageal Achalasia / surgery*
  • Esophageal Motility Disorders / complications
  • Gastroesophageal Reflux
  • Humans
  • Middle Aged