Journal of gastroenterology and hepatology
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J. Gastroenterol. Hepatol. · Aug 2016
ReviewUpdate on therapeutic interventions for the management of achalasia.
Achalasia is a primary esophageal motility disorder. It is the absence of peristalsis in the esophageal body and inability of the lower esophageal sphincter to relax, which characterizes this rare condition. ⋯ Current treatment modalities targeted at achalasia include pharmacological therapy, endoscopic therapy, and surgery. This review focuses on the current therapeutic options and explores the role of peroral endoscopic myotomy in the management armamentarium.