Achalasia is an esophageal motility disorder characterized by impaired relaxation of the lower esophageal sphincter. Per-oral endoscopic myotomy (POEM) has arisen as an effective minimally invasive treatment option for patients with achalasia. In this chapter, each step of per-oral endoscopic myotomy with intraprocedural images is described.

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POEM

  • Anthony J. Kang,
  • Kevin P. Shah,
  • Mark A. Solinski,
  • Abdul A. Aadam

摘要

Achalasia is an esophageal motility disorder characterized by impaired relaxation of the lower esophageal sphincter. Per-oral endoscopic myotomy (POEM) has arisen as an effective minimally invasive treatment option for patients with achalasia. In this chapter, each step of per-oral endoscopic myotomy with intraprocedural images is described.