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Gender effect on clinical features of achalasia: a prospective study [PDF]

, 2006
Background Achalasia is a well-characterized esophageal motor disorder but the rarity of the disease limits performing large studies on its demographic and clinical features.
Javad Mikaeli, Farnoosh Farrokhi, Faraz Bishehsari, Mahboobeh Mahdavinia, Reza Malekzadeh, DN Clouse R, S Cohen, G Vantrappen, S Birgisson, PJ Howard, M Papo, MF Vaezi, SJ Spechler, RO Dantas, J Mikaeli, M Yaghoobi, V Annese, RE Clouse, L d'Alteroche, S Rakita, VF Eckardt, S Philpott, AM Unruh, DB Simmons, AC Ribeiro, IR Lai, HS Shabsin, RE Clouse   +27 more
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Is Single‐Session Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy With Fundoplication Safe and Effective in Achalasia? A Systematic Review and Meta‐Analysis

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, Abuzar Asif, Srinivas Reddy Puli   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Long‐term efficacy (at and beyond 1 year) of gastric peroral endoscopic myotomy for refractory gastroparesis: A systematic review and meta‐analysis

DEN Open
Introduction Although gastric peroral endoscopic myotomy (G‐POEM) has shown substantial efficacy in patients with medically refractory gastroparesis (GP), comprehensive long‐term data on its effectiveness are lacking.
Francesco Vito Mandarino, Alberto Barchi, Noemi Salmeri, Francesco Azzolini, Ernesto Fasulo, Giuseppe Dell'Anna, Edoardo Vespa, Emanuele Sinagra, Jeremie Jacques, Silvio Danese   +9 more
doaj   +1 more source

The last innovation in achalasia treatment; per-oral endoscopic myotomy

The Turkish Journal of Gastroenterology, 2015
Background/Aims: Per-oral endoscopic myotomy (POEM) is a minimally invasive endoscopic treatment option for patients with achalasia and has been performed since 2010. It is less invasive than Heller myotomy and its use is spreading rapidly worldwide.
Fatih Aslan, Zehra Akpınar, Emrah Alper, Aynur Atay, Derya Aslan Yurtlu, Cem Çekiç, Serhat Bor, Belkis Ünsal   +7 more
doaj   +1 more source

Efficacy and Safety of a Revised Gastric Peroral Endoscopic Myo‐Neurotomy Procedure for Bariatric Endoscopy in a Porcine Model

DEN Open, Volume 6, Issue 1, April 2026.
ABSTRACT Background Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty is a minimally invasive and effective treatment for obesity, although gastric mucosa folding and subsequent reduced visibility of the gastric lining raise concerns for some patients. This study evaluates the safety and efficacy of a revised peroral endoscopic myo‐neurotomy (R‐POEM‐N) technique using a ...
Yasushi Yamasaki, Kenta Hamada, Junki Toyosawa, Akinobu Takaki, Takehiro Tanaka, Hiroyuki Okada, Motoyuki Otsuka   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

Tension pneumothorax during peroral endoscopic myotomy for treatment of esophageal achalasia under general anesthesia

Revista Brasileira de Anestesiologia
More and more endoscopically gastrointestinal procedures require anesthesiologists to perform general anesthesia, such as "peroral endoscopic myotomy".
Tsung-Shih Li, Tsung-Yang Lee, Kate Hsiurong Liao   +2 more
doaj   +1 more source

Treatment of Intractable Neurogenic Cough with Cricopharyngeal Myotomy [PDF]

, 2013
Objectives: Neuropathic cough that is incompletely responsive to medical therapy may be due to cricopharyngeal hypertonicity. The objective was to describe the utility of cricopharyngeal myotomy in alleviating symptoms of intractable neuropathic cough ...
Boon, MD, Mauritis, Lee Durstenfeld, BS, Anne, Spiegel, MD, Joseph   +2 more
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Pattern and degree of left ventricular remodeling following a tailored surgical approach for hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy. [PDF]

, 2012
Background The role of a tailored surgical approach for hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) on regional ventricular remodelling remains unknown. The aims of this study were to evaluate the pattern, extent and functional impact of regional ventricular ...
Cecchi, F, El Guindy, A, El-Hamamsy, I, Lekadir, K, Merrifield, R, Olivotto, I, Rega, L, Yacoub, MH, Yang, G   +8 more
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Initial results of combined anterior mitral leaflet extension and myectomy in patients with obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy [PDF]

, 1996
Objectives. The purpose of this study was to describe the clinical and functional results of combined anterior mitral leaflet extension and myectomy in patients with hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy. Background.
Boersma, H. (Eric), Cate, F.J. (Folkert) ten, Herwerden, L.A. (Lex) van, Kofflard, M.J.M. (Marcel), Ruygrok, P.N. (Peter), Taams, M.A. (Meindert), Waldstein, D.J.   +6 more
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A Novel Endoscopic Strategy for Addressing Complex Gastrointestinal Defects via the X‐Tack System: A Case Series With Videos

DEN Open, Volume 6, Issue 1, April 2026.
ABSTRACT The management of complex gastrointestinal defects (CGDs), such as fistulas, leaks, and anastomotic dehiscence, remains challenging. Over‐the‐scope suturing (OTSS) systems provide effective closure, but their application is limited to specific anatomical sites.
Robert Di Mitri, Giulio Calabrese, Filippo Mocciaro, Sandro Sferrazza, Elisabetta Conte, Anna Calì, Daniela Scimeca, Michele Amata   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source