Esophageal Achalasia - Pneumatic Balloon Dilation, Video nr 1

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Case description

Pneumatic balloon dilation in achalasia. Our patient underwent a dilatation with special ballon used for achalasia. We do not used fluoroscopic control Medline. Mechanical therapy for achalasia consists of esophageal dilation, the object of which is to disrupt muscle fibers of the LES, effecting a decrease in LES pressure. Dilation is most commonly performed by using pneumatic balloons. The therapy is successful in decreasing LES pressure in 60-80% of patients; however, this change does not always translate into the relief or improvement of symptoms. Approximately one half of patients experience recurrent symptoms within 5 years. In most of these patients, the disease responds well to repeated dilation therapy.

tags: endoscopy esophagus achalasia balloon dilatation

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