High-resolution manometric guidance during laparoscopic Heller myotomy: Impact on quality of life and symptom severity for children with achalasia

High-resolution esophageal manometry (HREM) during laparoscopic Heller myotomy (LHM) with fundoplication for achalasia allows tailoring of myotomy length and wrap tightness. The purpose of this study is to quantify long-term postoperative symptom severity and quality of life using validated questionnaires.

Source: Journal of Pediatric Surgery - February 23, 2019 Category: Surgery Authors: Yangyang R Yu, Eric H Rosenfeld, Eric H Chiou, Bruno P Chumpitazi, Sara C Fallon, Mary L Brandt Source Type: research