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Pnematic Dilation in Achalasia
Canadian Journal of Gastroenterology, 2001 Pneumatic dilation is the most common first-line therapy for the treatment of achalasia. The aim of dilation is a controlled disruption of circular muscle fibres of the lower esophageal sphincter to reduce the functional obstruction.
Maximilian Bittinger, Martin Wienbeck
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Patulous Lower Esophageal Sphincter [PDF]
Ear, Nose & Throat Journal, 2007 Catherine J, Rees, Peter C, Belafsky
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DEN Open, Volume 6, Issue 1, April 2026.This meta‐analysis of nine studies (202 patients) demonstrates that peroral endoscopic myotomy with fundoplication (POEM‐F) achieves a technical success of 94.8% and significant symptom improvement (Eckardt score reduction from 8.3 to 1.1). Post‐procedural esophagitis occurred in 20.7% and wrap integrity was preserved in 75.7% on follow‐up, supporting ...
Yusuf Kagzi +2 more
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DEN Open, Volume 6, Issue 1, April 2026.Indocyanine green with infrared imaging (ICG‐IRI) provides real‐time fluorescence visualization of the distal myotomy endpoint during peroral endoscopic myotomy (POEM). In this study of 39 patients, ICG‐IRI achieved a 94.9% success rate in fluorescence detection and significantly improved esophageal relaxation and symptoms.
Yuichiro Ikebuchi +14 more
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Cancer Medicine, Volume 15, Issue 2, February 2026.ABSTRACT Background In recent years, the incidence of early upper gastric cancer has increased, leading to a wider adoption of proximal gastrectomy (PG) as a possible treatment option. PG is preferred over total gastrectomy (TG) due to its superior postoperative nutritional status and improved surgical safety.
Linchuan Li +6 more
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Head &Neck, Volume 48, Issue 2, Page 549-569, February 2026.ABSTRACT Background The percentage of daily automatic speaking valve use (AU) in laryngectomized patients has remained at ~25% since their invention. To increase this percentage, understanding the performance of existent devices is essential. Therefore, we reviewed studies reporting AU, fixation device lifetime (FDL), compliance, and voice and speech ...
Max J. Dullaart +9 more
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Российский журнал гастроэнтерологии, гепатологии, колопроктологии, 2015 The aim of review. To demonstrate that esophageal and stomach motility disorders play one of basic roles in pathogenesis of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).Key points.
Yu. V. Yevsyutina, A. S. Trukhmanov
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Esophageal manometry findings and degree of acid exposure in short and long Barrett's esophagus
Arquivos de Gastroenterologia, 2012 CONTEXT: Barrett's esophagus (BE) is characterized by intestinal metaplasia in the distal esophagus and is classified as short-segment (3 cm - LSSBE). It is suggested that LSSBE is associated with more severe esophageal motor abnormalities and increased ...
Laura Helman +4 more
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Esophagus and Its Function Related to Gastro-esophageal Reflux [PDF]
, 2012 The main function of the esophagus is to transport food from the mouth into stomach. Anatomical structures, innervations and blood supplies are needed in order to transport the food into stomach.
Hegar, B. (Badriul) +2 more
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Esophageal Injury Risk Factors in Patients With Atrial Fibrillation Undergoing Catheter Ablation
Journal of Arrhythmia, Volume 42, Issue 1, February 2026.Low BMI and reduced LVEF were independently associated with esophageal injury following catheter ablation for atrial fibrillation. All lesions were located near the left pulmonary vein and showed complete healing on follow‐up endoscopy. ABSTRACT Background and Aims Esophageal injury (EI) is a potentially serious complication of catheter ablation (CA ...
Yun Young Choi +7 more
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