Obesity Does Not Impact Outcomes or Rates of Gastroesophageal Reflux After Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy in Achalasia

Conclusions: POEM is an equally safe and effective treatment option for both nonobese and obese patients with achalasia in the short-term. Interestingly, POEM does not lead to higher rates of GERD in obese compared with nonobese patients.
Source: Journal of Clinical Gastroenterology - Category: Gastroenterology Tags: Alimentary Tract: Original Articles Source Type: research