Long-term results of the European achalasia trial: a multicentre randomised controlled trial comparing pneumatic dilation versus laparoscopic Heller myotomy

Conclusions
After at least 5 years of follow-up, PD and LHM have a comparable success rate with no differences in oesophageal function and emptying. However, 25% of PD patients require redilation during follow-up. Based on these data, we conclude that either treatment can be proposed as initial treatment for achalasia.

Trial registration numbers
Netherlands trial register (NTR37) and Current Controlled Trials registry (ISRCTN56304564).

Source: Gut - April 7, 2016 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Moonen, A., Annese, V., Belmans, A., Bredenoord, A. J., Bruley des Varannes, S., Costantini, M., Dousset, B., Elizalde, J. I., Fumagalli, U., Gaudric, M., Merla, A., Smout, A. J., Tack, J., Zaninotto, G., Busch, O. R., Boeckxstaens, G. E. Tags: Oesophagus Source Type: research