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Evolution and evidence-based adaptations in techniques for peroral endoscopic myotomy for achalasia [PDF]
, 2022 Achalasia is an esophageal motility disorder characterized by impaired lower esophageal sphincter (LES) relaxation and failed peristalsis. Common clinical manifestations include dysphagia to solid and liquid foods, chest pain, regurgitation, and weight ...
Hasan, Aws +3 more
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Third-Space Endoscopy: Recent Updates
Journal of Digestive Endoscopy, 2021 Third space or submucosal space is a potential space which on expansion allows the endoscopist to execute a multitude of therapeutic procedures for various gastrointestinal diseases like achalasia, subepithelial tumors, Zenker’s diverticulum, and ...
Zaheer Nabi, D Nageshwar Reddy
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Cricopharyngeal myotomy in the treatment of dysphagia [PDF]
, 1990 Cricopharyngeal myotomy was performed on 60 patients suffering from cervical oesophageal dysphagia. Of 37 that had a Zenker diverticulum the diverticulum was excised in 24. All patients were free of symptoms on post-operative follow-up at 2-10 years.
Ekberg, Olle, Lindgren, Sven
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ANZ Journal of Surgery, EarlyView.ABSTRACT Introduction Sustainable healthcare is an evolving paradigm of growing importance that focuses on reducing environmental impact whilst maintaining quality patient care. Currently, evidence is lacking to support the use of sterile water in diagnostic colonoscopy resulting in a growing shift towards use of tap water and appropriate recycling of ...
Michael Rouse +6 more
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CONVENTIONAL LAPAROSCOPIC VS. LAPARO-ENDOSCOPIC SINGLE SITE (LESS) HELLER MYOTOMY: IS LESS MORE? [PDF]
, 2016 Introduction: Laparoscopic Heller myotomy is a first-line treatment for patients with achalasia. The evolution of laparoscopy has allowed laparoscopic Heller myotomy to be undertaken through a single 12mm umbilical incision, Laparo-Endoscopic Single-Site
Rodriquez, Christian B +13 more
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Indian Journal of OphthalmologyPurpose: To evaluate and compare the surgical outcomes of inferior oblique marginal myotomy versus myectomy for treatment of inferior oblique overaction (in terms of correction of upshoot on adduction, V pattern, vertical deviation, torsion, and abnormal
Mai Mostafa Ismail Hassan +4 more
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Mitochondrial respiration and characteristics of skeletal muscles in children with cerebral palsy
Developmental Medicine &Child Neurology, EarlyView.Skeletal muscles utilize numerous mitochondria for energy production needed during muscle contraction. Mitochondria produce this energy through the electron transport chain. After an injury such as ACL‐injury in typically developing children, there is a reduction in muscle mitochondrial respiration and content.
Sudarshan Dayanidhi +10 more
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Endoscopy International Open, 2018 Background and study aims Although several endoscopic techniques have been described for Zenker’s diverticulotomy, no standardized endoscopic approach has been established in clinical routine to date. This study aimed to assess the efficacy and safety of
Timo Rath +3 more
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Surgical management of recurrent oesophageal obstruction in a yearling Saddlebred filly
Equine Veterinary Education, EarlyView.Summary This case report describes the diagnostic approach and surgical management of a yearling Saddlebred filly with recurrent oesophageal obstruction, likely caused by an acquired extraluminal oesophageal stricture. The filly initially presented with repeated episodes of oesophageal obstruction, which were resolved with sedation and nasogastric ...
K. M. Andrews +4 more
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