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Complete endoscopic closure (clipping) of a large esophageal perforation after pneumatic dilation in a patient with achalasia [PDF]
, 2012 The risk of esophageal perforation following endoscopic balloon dilation for achalasia is in the range of 1 and 5% with a mortality rate of 1-20%. Perforations need to be recognized early and, if reasonable, an immediate endoscopic repair should be ...
Antonellis, F +4 more
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Neurogastroenterology &Motility, Volume 37, Issue 12, December 2025.The SLR maneuver is a valuable component of GERD evaluation. By establishing optimal thresholds for both effective EGJ challenge and accurate GERD prediction, we provide another step for standardized implementation in clinical practice. ABSTRACT Background Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) arises from dysfunction of the anti‐reflux barrier.
Stefano Siboni +7 more
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The Performance of Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy in Sigmoid-Type Achalasia
Siriraj Medical JournalObjective: Sigmoid-type achalasia represents an advanced stage of achalasia characterized by significant dilation and tortuosity of the esophageal lumen.
Chainarong Phalanusitthepha +8 more
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Outcomes of off-label drug uses in hospitals: a multicentric prospective study [PDF]
, 2015 Purpose: The study aims to assess the clinical evidence, outcome and cost of off-label use of medicines in the hospital setting. Methods: A multicentric prospective cohort study of patients treated with off-label medicines was carried out in five ...
Agustí, Antonia +12 more
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Clinical and functional outcome following robotic Heller-myotomy with partial fundoplication in patients with achalasia [PDF]
, 2023 Sebastian Murad Rabe +3 more
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“Pinstripe Pattern” in an Achalasia Patient
Clinical Medicine Insights: Gastroenterology, 2016 Endoscopic image of achalasia usually shows dilated esophageal cavity with retained liquids and foods. Recently, “pinstripe pattern” (PSP) in the case of achalasia patient was reported as an endoscopic image of the indicator for early detection of ...
Atsushi Imagawa +2 more
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Achalasia and hyperthyroidism: A cooccurrence revealing autoimmune connections [PDF]
Romanian Medical JournalAchalasia is a rare esophageal motility disorder characterized by an unknown etiology, myenteric inflammation, and autoimmune markers. We present a case of a 43-year-old female with progressive dysphagia, regurgitation, generalized weakness, and hair ...
Jibin Simon +4 more
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Smooth muscle fascicular reorientation is required for esophageal morphogenesis and dependent on Cdo. [PDF]
, 2013 Postnatal maturation of esophageal musculature involves proximal-to-distal replacement of smooth muscle with skeletal muscle by elusive mechanisms. We report that this process is impaired in mice lacking the cell surface receptor Cdo and identify the ...
Anthony I. Romer +40 more
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Efficacy and safety of pneumatic dilation in achalasia: A systematic review and meta‐analysis
Neurogastroenterology and Motility, 2019 One of the most used treatments for achalasia is pneumatic dilation of the lower esophageal sphincter to improve esophageal emptying. Multiple treatment protocols have been described with a varying balloon size, number of dilations, inflation pressure ...
F. B. van Hoeij +3 more
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