Residual

More images and video clips. If residual polyp is present, it should be resected and the completeness of resection should be recheched in another 3-6 months.

Status after dilatation with balloon Achalasia is the best understood example of an esophageal motility disorder and characterized by esophageal aperistalsis and impaired relaxation of the lower esophageal sphincter. The histopathology...

Balloon dilatation reduces the basal LES pressure by tearing muscle fibers

The image and the video clip show in retroflexed the balloon in the gastric fundus.

The rationale for dilation is to produce a controlled tear of the lower esophageal sphincter, which will result in relief of distal esophageal obstruction. This is the most effective non-surgical treatment of achalasia.

The image and the video clip show the GI junction that has been dilated. Pneumatic dilatation is an effective procedure in the treatment of primary achalasia during the short- and long-term period.

Performing balloon dilatation under endoscopic observation as an outpatient procedure is simple, safe and efficacious for treating patients with achalasia and referral of surgical myotomy should be considered for patients who do...

Balloon dilatation mechanically stretches the contracted LES. A Rigiflex balloon with a 30 mm diameter was advanced over the guide wire with the middle of the balloon traversing the GE junction.

The symptoms have a slow onset and progress gradually; many people delay seeking medical attention until symptoms are advanced. The major symptom is difficulty swallowing (liquids or solids) Some people compensate by eating more...

Achalasia occurs with an incidence of approximately 1:100,000 with an equal gender distribution. It occurs at all ages with an increase in incidence observed after the seventh decade. Dysphagia is the predominant symptom and it...