Laparoscopic Heller Myotomy Versus Endoscopic Balloon Dilatation for the Treatment of Achalasia

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Authors

Markus Bo Schoenberg

Svetlana Marx · Heidelberg University

Jan Felix Kersten

Thomas Rösch

Sebastian Belle · Heidelberg University

Abstract

In this network meta-analysis, LHM demonstrated superior short- and long-term efficacy and should be considered first-line treatment of esophageal achalasia.

Topics & Keywords

Gastroesophageal reflux and treatments Esophageal and GI Pathology Eosinophilic Esophagitis

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Reduced inequalities

Publication Details

Published in: Annals of Surgery

Volume 258, Issue 6, pp. 943-952

DOI: 10.1097/sla.0000000000000212

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